Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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About Stout
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What is a 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 Stout
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Spital Chocolate Stout
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 Spital Chocolate Stout
◎ Appearance
Deep black to opaque brown in color with excellent clarity despite the dark roast character. A thick, creamy tan head forms and persists well, indicating quality carbonation and proper conditioning. The beer presents an inviting, rich appearance typical of well-crafted stouts.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by roasted coffee and dark chocolate notes with earthy, slightly bitter undertones from the roasted malts. Sweet malty backbone supports the roast, creating a balanced aromatic profile that's inviting without being overpowering. Secondary notes of dark fruit add subtle complexity to the composition.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with bold roasted and coffee flavors backed by rich malty sweetness, delivering a full-bodied experience. Mid-palate shows pronounced dark chocolate character with balanced bitterness (40 IBU) that never becomes harsh or astringent. The finish is smooth and creamy, with grain-forward notes providing textural depth throughout.
◑ Finish
A smooth, creamy finish with lingering roasted and chocolate notes that fade gracefully without drying the palate. The moderate 6.8% ABV allows the flavors to persist pleasantly without any alcohol warmth or harshness.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Spital Chocolate Stout