Imperial Stout 2019
Burning Sky Brewery, nestled in the Sussex village of Firle, United Kingdom, presents Imperial Stout 2019 — a brooding, barrel-aged triumph. Eighteen months resting in oak vats has transformed this East Sussex imperial stout into something extraordinary. It pours a deep, near-opaque black with a fine tan collar. The aroma is richly layered: bittersweet chocolate, dried dark berries, and a vinous, almost port-like character intertwine with warm vanilla oak. On the palate, it is luxuriously smooth and full-bodied, delivering waves of dark chocolate, ripe plum, and subtle tannins. The finish is long and warming, with lingering mocha and gentle oakiness — a meditative, contemplative beer at its very finest.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Imperial Stout 2019
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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About Imperial Stout
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, dark fruit, rich character as Imperial Stout 2019 will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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