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Stouterik

Brasserie de la Senne
Belgium·Dry Stout
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A boldly named dry stout — stout in Flemish means bold or brave — that punches far above its 4.5% ABV. Dark and roasty with coffee and dark chocolate notes, a dry bitter finish, and a surprisingly light body. Proof that de la Senne's philosophy of flavour without strength works just as well in dark beers.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark38
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
roastedcoffeechocolate
roasted
coffee
chocolate
toasty
earthy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with roasted grain and espresso, followed by dark chocolate and subtle toasted malt notes.
also:dark fruit
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Stouterik

◎ Appearance

Deep black-brown with a dense, persistent tan head that clings to the glass as you drink. The body is opaque, showing no light when held to the light. Carbonation is moderate and even, supporting strong head retention and lacing.

deep black-browndense tan headstrong lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with roasted grain and espresso, followed by dark chocolate and subtle toasted malt notes. Earthy undertones emerge alongside a whisper of dried fruit. The overall character is dry and inviting, with no sweet or fruity esters dominating.

roasted maltespresso and chocolateearthy and dry

◐ Taste

Roasted coffee and dark chocolate dominate the palate, supported by a light, clean body that belies the beer's complexity. The mid-palate shows toasted grain and a subtle malty sweetness, followed by a sharp, dry bitterness that builds steadily. The finish is crisp and astringent, with lingering coffee and cocoa notes.

coffee-forwarddry bitter finishlight yet complex

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is notably dry and lingering, with roasted grain and subtle dark fruit notes persisting for several minutes. Bitterness remains present but never harsh, fading gradually into a clean, mouth-drying sensation.

dry lingering finishroasted grain
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
85
Appearance
86
Finish
78
Serve at 10–14°C

Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink within a year. Standard stouts are best fresh but hold reasonably well for 6–12 months.

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About Dry Stout

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What is a Dry 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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