Northern Imp
Northern Imp is a deep, rich, complex and intense strong black beer at 8.2%. Flavours of chocolate, coffee and dark stone fruit run through it, and the finish is bitter-sweet and warming. Chocolate and coffee lead, dark stone fruit follows, and the warmth stays right to the last sip, bitter and sweet in the same breath.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Northern Imp
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.
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Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Imperial 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 Imperial Stout
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same chocolate, coffee, rich character as Northern Imp will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.