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Dangerous is an imperial stout with vanilla. Chocolate, coffee and caramelised malt set the profile, joined by a delicate vanilla spice that never turns cloying. The body is full, and the beer pairs its alcoholic power with a soft, velvety feel.

ABV
10%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark40
PaceSipper

AWARDS

Gold · 2020
Brussels Beer Challenge
Stout/ Porter : Russian Imperial Stout
★Gold — Brussels Beer Challenge (Stout/ Porter : Russian Imperial Stout)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
chocolatevanillacoffee
chocolate
vanilla
coffee
caramel
roasted
spicy
Aroma
Roasted malt and dark chocolate dominate the nose, supported by distinct coffee notes and a subtle caramelised sweetness.
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Dangerous

◎ Appearance

Deep mahogany-brown to near-black with an opaque body typical of the style. A dense, creamy head forms readily and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Low to moderate carbonation creates a smooth, settled visual presence.

deep mahoganyopaquecreamy headpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

Roasted malt and dark chocolate dominate the nose, supported by distinct coffee notes and a subtle caramelised sweetness. A delicate vanilla spice emerges in the background without becoming perfumed, adding complexity without distraction. The alcohol warmth is present but restrained.

roasted maltdark chocolatecoffeevanilla spice

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bitter chocolate and espresso, moving into a full-bodied centre where caramelised malts and the gentle vanilla character provide balance. Bitterness sits at 65 IBU—firm but not harsh—and integrates seamlessly with the sweet backbone. The 10% ABV provides weight and warmth without astringency.

bitter chocolateespressocaramel sweetnessfull-bodied

◑ Finish

The finish is long and warm, with roasted malt and coffee lingering on the palate. A soft, velvety aftertaste persists, never turning dry or overly warming despite the alcohol strength.

long finishroasted coffeevelvety warmth
85
hopIQ score
Aroma
86
Taste
87
Appearance
82
Finish
84
Serve at 13–16°C

Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Can be cellared 2–5 years. Develops dark fruit, leather and port-like complexity with age.

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About Imperial Stout

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What is a Imperial Stout?

Stouts are dark ales with roasted barley character, 4–8% ABV and IBU 25–45. Expect coffee, dark chocolate and toast flavors with a creamy body and dry finish.

Finding a similar Imperial Stout

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