Deliverance

◎ Appearance

Deep black with a thin tan head that recedes gradually, leaving sparse lacing on the glass. The beer is opaque and still, with minimal carbonation visible—appropriate for a high-ABV barrel-aged stout of this weight. Surface tension suggests a dense, viscous body.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with rich vanilla and roasted coconut from bourbon barrel influence, followed by dark fruit esters—raisin, plum, and stone fruit—from brandy aging. Underneath lies roasted grain and cocoa powder, with a faint wisp of smoke and a warm alcohol presence that frames the blend without dominating.

◐ Taste

The palate is smooth and full-bodied, leading with dark chocolate and vanilla notes that build toward a mid-palate sweetness balanced by roasted grain and subtle coffee character. The 65 IBU emerges late, adding structure and a light smoky edge; alcohol warmth sits integrated rather than sharp, with brandy-barrel character adding dried fruit and slight spiritous complexity.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and warming, with chocolate and roasted grain lingering on the palate alongside a gentle alcohol burn. Aftertaste dries slightly toward cocoa and smoke, with fading notes of raisin and dark fruit.