Agaete Imperial Stout

◎ Appearance

Deep black-brown color with minimal light penetration, characteristic of the style's high malt bill and extended roasting. A dense, tan head forms and clings to the glass with strong adhesion, slowly settling into a thin collar. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, suggesting a restrained effervescence appropriate to the beer's weight.

◌ Aroma

Prominent oak character emerges immediately, presenting notes of vanilla, charred wood, and subtle vanilla-forward French oak aging effects. Roasted coffee grounds and dark chocolate undertones weave through, with hints of blackberry and plum suggesting the dark fruit layer. The alcohol warmth is present but restrained, adding depth without dominating the aromatic profile.

◐ Taste

Entry brings bold roasted coffee and oak tannins, grounding the palate immediately in the beer's dual character. The mid-palate develops a smooth, full body with layers of dark chocolate, dried cherry, and subtle licorice notes that balance the oak's structural grip. Bitterness holds steady at 50 IBU—enough to frame the sweetness without becoming austere, while the 9.5% ABV contributes a controlled warming sensation.

◑ Finish

Long, warming finish that carries coffee and oak dryness into the aftertaste, with residual roasted notes lingering on the palate. The alcohol warmth gradually fades, leaving behind a dry, slightly bitter mineral impression and faint chocolate echo.