Full body.
The weight carries the beer on its own, leaving the aromatics free to lead.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Coup de Grâce
◎ Appearance
Deep mahogany-black in the glass, opaque and impenetrable to light. A thick, creamy tan head forms and clings to the rim with persistent lacing. Minimal carbonation evident; the beer sits still and weighted.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by roasted espresso and dark chocolate, with prominent woody and vanilla notes from extended barrel contact. Underneath lies a subtle earthiness and hints of dried stone fruit—plum and raisin—creating a complex, contemplative profile. Alcohol warmth is present but restrained.
◐ Taste
Rich and intense on entry, with assertive roasted malt and coffee bitterness forming the backbone. The mid-palate reveals layers of cocoa, oak tannins, and a smooth vanilla sweetness that rounds the sharp edges. Alcohol heat builds gradually without harshness, lending a warming, full-bodied character that lingers across the palate.
◑ Finish
The finish is long and drying, with roasted and oaky notes trailing into a subtle burnt-sugar aftertaste. Alcohol warmth persists gently, anchoring a contemplative, slow fade.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Coup de Grâce
Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.
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.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Coup de Grâce
About Imperial Stout
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
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
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same roasted, coffee, rich character as Coup de Grâce will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
