HooDoo Oatmeal Stout

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black color with a SRM of 35, showing the characteristic darkness of a mature stout. The head forms dense and persistent, with excellent lacing that clings to the glass throughout the drinking experience. Clarity is opaque, as expected from the style, with a smooth, velvety surface.

◌ Aroma

Roasted coffee and dark chocolate dominate the nose, with secondary notes of toasted grain and subtle earthiness. The flaked oats contribute a soft, cereal-like undertone that rounds out the sharper roast characters. No hop aroma is prominent; the bouquet remains focused on malt-driven complexity.

◐ Taste

Entry is creamy and full-bodied, with the oats delivering a silky mouthfeel that distinguishes this from drier Irish stout expressions. Mid-palate develops roasted malt sweetness balanced by cocoa bitterness and subtle coffee notes. The finish carries a moderate bitterness from the 45 IBU, leaving a clean, dry resolution without astringency.

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and moderately bitter, with lingering coffee and chocolate notes fading into a clean aftertaste. Carbonation level supports a crisp conclusion that avoids heaviness despite the full body.