Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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About Imperial Stout
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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 Original Beer Company Black
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 Original Beer Company Black
◎ Appearance
Jet black in color with excellent opacity and a dark tan head that displays impressive retention. The body is full and viscous, suggesting the luxurious mouthfeel promised in the profile. Carbonation is appropriately restrained for the imperial stout style.
◌ Aroma
A complex bouquet of roasted malt and dark chocolate dominates the nose, with supporting notes of liquorice, cocoa, and subtle vanilla. Coffee and dried dark fruit aromas emerge as the beer warms, adding layers of sophistication to the experience. The roasted character is sophisticated rather than harsh, indicating careful malt selection and skilled brewing.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with bittersweet chocolate and cocoa richness, transitioning through a velvety mid-palate with molasses sweetness and roasted grain complexity. The 45 IBU bitterness provides excellent balance without overwhelming the malt-forward character, while the 9.5% ABV adds warmth and depth. Dark fruit and vanilla notes emerge mid-palate, creating a multi-dimensional flavor experience.
◑ Finish
The finish is long and warming, with lingering dark chocolate and roasted malt notes coating the palate. A subtle cocoa bitterness persists pleasantly, leaving a sophisticated and dry conclusion that invites another sip.
Food Pairing
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