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Brlo Stout

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Brlo Stout is a bold and complex Imperial Stout brewed by Berlin's renowned Brlo Brwhouse, featuring deep roasted malts and a rich, full-bodied character. This German craft interpretation delivers layers of dark chocolate, espresso, and subtle licorice notes with a smooth, creamy finish.

ABV
8.2%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark35
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
roastedchocolatecoffee
roasted
chocolate
coffee
dark fruit
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with prominent roasted malt and espresso aromatics, complemented by subtle dark chocolate and licorice undertones.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Brlo Stout

◎ Appearance

Deep black color with minimal light penetration, characteristic of a well-crafted Imperial Stout. A dense, tan head forms upon pour and persists admirably, indicating excellent head retention and proper carbonation levels. The beer presents a visually striking, opaque profile befitting its bold style.

jet blackdense tan headopaqueexcellent retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent roasted malt and espresso aromatics, complemented by subtle dark chocolate and licorice undertones. A gentle alcohol warmth emerges without overwhelming the complex malt-forward bouquet. The aromatic profile is inviting and sophisticated, showcasing the brewery's skillful roasting techniques.

roasted maltespressodark chocolatelicorice

◐ Taste

The palate opens with rich, full-bodied roasted character and deep chocolate notes that coat the mouth luxuriously. Mid-palate reveals layers of coffee and subtle bitter complexity, with the 8.2% ABV providing warming alcohol notes that enhance rather than dominate. The creamy mouthfeel balances the inherent bitterness for excellent overall harmony.

dark chocolatecoffeecreamywarming alcohol

◑ Finish

The finish is smooth and lingering, with roasted and chocolate notes persisting pleasantly on the palate. A gentle warming alcohol impression accompanies the fade, leaving a satisfying bitter-sweet aftertaste.

smoothlingeringwarming
86
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
88
Appearance
87
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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