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 Funky Drum
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 Funky Drum
◎ Appearance
Deep jet black color with a dense, creamy tan head that demonstrates excellent retention. Crystal clear despite the opaque darkness, with a smooth, velvety appearance characteristic of well-crafted stouts. Fine carbonation creates a gentle, persistent foam cap.
◌ Aroma
Rich roasted malt dominates the nose with prominent notes of dark chocolate and cocoa that provide immediate approachability. Subtle coffee undertones emerge with continued nosing, supported by earthy, slightly smoky characters. The aroma is clean and balanced, avoiding any harsh roast or astringency.
◐ Taste
Smooth entry reveals full-bodied roasted character with integrated dark chocolate and cocoa flavors that develop across the palate. Mid-palate showcases creamy mouthfeel with gentle coffee notes and a subtle earthiness that adds complexity without overwhelming. Slight bitterness arrives late, providing structure and preventing any cloying sweetness.
◑ Finish
Clean, dry finish with minimal lingering bitterness—a hallmark of careful brewcraft. The aftertaste fades gracefully with residual cocoa notes, encouraging another sip without fatigue.
Food Pairing
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