Emelisse Espresso Stout

◎ Appearance

Deep black with a burgundy edge to the light, revealing the beer's significant body and roast character. The head forms dense and tan, clinging persistently to the glass walls with strong lacing. Carbonation is moderate, appropriate to the style.

◌ Aroma

Espresso and coffee grounds lead immediately, supported by cocoa and darker chocolate notes. A restrained hint of roasted grain rounds the profile, with only a whisper of alcohol warmth. No hop character intrudes; the focus remains entirely on roasted malts and coffee adjunct.

◐ Taste

Coffee and dark chocolate establish the palate entry and sustain through the mid-palate with rich, slightly sticky texture. A moderate alcoholic warmth becomes perceptible but does not dominate. The finish transitions to roasted bitterness, persistent yet controlled by the low IBU figure.

◑ Finish

Long and lingering, with roasted bitterness clinging to the tongue. The aftertaste dries gradually, leaving behind coffee grounds and a subtle alcohol note.