Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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About Stout
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What is a 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 Stout
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Export Stout
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Export Stout
◎ Appearance
Deep, opaque black color with a rich mahogany undertone when held to light. A dense, creamy tan head forms on the pour and demonstrates excellent retention, clinging to the glass in a luxurious collar. The body is viscous and full, with minimal carbonation creating an elegant, settled appearance.
◌ Aroma
A complex bouquet dominates the nose, leading with bold roasted and espresso notes followed by warm dark fruit character—dried plums and figs. Underlying bittersweet chocolate and earthy grain complement the profile, while subtle alcohol warmth adds depth and complexity without harshness.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with rich roasted malt and coffee flavors that coat the tongue with full-bodied smoothness. Mid-palate reveals bittersweet chocolate and ripe dark fruit, while the hop bitterness (50 IBU) provides a firm but balanced counterpoint without overwhelming the malt-forward character. The 7.2% ABV manifests as a gentle warming sensation throughout.
◑ Finish
A long, warming finish lingers pleasantly on the palate with lingering dark chocolate and subtle earthy grain notes. The alcohol warmth provides a dry, sophisticated conclusion that invites another sip.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Export Stout