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Fort Lapin Stout

Fort Lapin Brewery
Belgium·Stout
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Chocolate and some bitterness shape this stout from Fort Lapin, meant as an accessible, easy-drinking one. At 6 % ABV it is brewed in Bruges, in a small brewery near the city centre that also makes a tripel, a quadrupel, a dubbel, a kriek and a witbier.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark35
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
chocolateroastedcoffee
chocolate
roasted
coffee
dark fruit
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced dark chocolate and cocoa notes, underscored by subtle roasted grain character and hints of espresso.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Fort Lapin Stout

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black in the glass, with excellent opacity and a dense, persistent head that leaves fine lacing on the walls. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, presenting a composed, settled appearance that invites contemplation.

deep brownopaquepersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced dark chocolate and cocoa notes, underscored by subtle roasted grain character and hints of espresso. Gentle earthy undertones from the malt provide depth without aggression, while a light herbal edge from restrained hopping adds definition.

dark chocolateroasted grainsubtle coffeeearthy

◐ Taste

Chocolate dominates the palate entry with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel that belies the 6% ABV. Mid-palate reveals layered roast, mild coffee bitterness, and a whisper of dark fruit, while the finish brings a measured, clean hop bitterness that never overwhelms the overall balance.

chocolate-forwardcreamy bodybalanced bitternessdark fruit notes

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and moderately dry, with lingering chocolate and a faint roasted accent that fades gracefully. The beer leaves the palate refreshed rather than heavy, confirming its approachable, sessionable character.

clean finishmoderate dryness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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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About Stout

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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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