Marshmallow Milk Stout

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to black in color, characteristic of the milk stout style at SRM 35. The beer presents with excellent clarity and a dense, persistent head that clings to the glass with notable lacing. Carbonation is moderate, creating a creamy visual presentation that suggests the lactose component.

◌ Aroma

Vanilla leads the aromatic profile, sitting prominently over a roasted malt foundation. Dark roast notes—coffee and cocoa—emerge from the darker malts, while the lactose addition softens the overall impression into a more approachable, dessert-like quality. No hop character is apparent, allowing the malt and adjunct character to dominate.

◐ Taste

Sweet entry with creamy mouthfeel, driven by lactose and the full body at 6.5% ABV. Roasted malt flavors develop through the mid-palate alongside chocolate and subtle dark fruit notes, balanced by minimal bitterness from just 14 IBU. The vanilla character carries through, creating a smooth, dessert-like impression without cloying or excessive sweetness.

◑ Finish

The finish is soft and lingering, with roasted malt and vanilla notes extending into the aftertaste. The lactose lends a pleasant, smooth coat to the palate that persists without harshness.