Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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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.
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of New Holland Dragon's Milk
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for New Holland Dragon's Milk
◎ Appearance
Deep black to dark brown in color with an impenetrable opacity characteristic of imperial stouts. A modest tan head forms initially but recedes gradually, leaving minimal lacing on the glass. The carbonation is restrained, typical of barrel-aged stouts, with a thick, viscous body evident from the slow pour.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by rich bourbon barrel character with prominent vanilla and toasted oak notes layered over dark roasted malt. Subtle dark chocolate and molasses undertones provide sweetness, while faint coffee and dark fruit esters add complexity. The alcohol warmth is noticeable but well-integrated, creating an inviting and sophisticated bouquet.
◐ Taste
The palate delivers a full-bodied, creamy mouthfeel with upfront roasted and malty flavors that transition seamlessly into bourbon, oak, and dark chocolate notes. Mid-palate richness builds with molasses sweetness and coffee undertones, while the moderate 32 IBU bitterness provides necessary balance without harshness. Alcohol warmth (11% ABV) contributes to a smooth, sophisticated drinking experience.
◑ Finish
The finish is long and warming, with lingering oak, vanilla, and dark chocolate flavors fading gradually over several minutes. A pleasant alcohol warmth persists without becoming harsh, leaving a dry yet satisfying aftertaste.
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