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Boundary's most celebrated beer. A powerful Belfast export stout inspired by the historic trade route from Ireland to the world. Rich dark fruit, espresso and bittersweet chocolate with a warming finish.

ABV
7.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark45
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
roasteddark fruitchocolate
roasted
dark fruit
chocolate
coffee
toasty
malty
Aroma
A complex bouquet dominates the nose, leading with bold roasted and espresso notes followed by warm dark fruit character—dried plums and figs.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

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.

opaque blackcreamy tan headmahogany undertonesviscous body

◌ 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.

roasted espressodark fruitbittersweet chocolatewarm alcohol

◐ 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.

roasted maltsmooth full-bodydark fruit chocolatebalanced bitterness

◑ 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.

long lingeringwarmingdry elegant
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
89
Appearance
86
Finish
88
Serve at 10–14°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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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.

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