Festa Nuda

◎ Appearance

Festa Nuda pours jet black with minimal light transmission, presenting the opaque density characteristic of the Imperial Stout style. A creamy tan head settles atop the surface with stable retention and fine lacing that clings to the glass walls. The body suggests full-bodied richness without any haze or cloudiness.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced whiskey warmth and vanilla sweetness, reflecting both the four-month barrel conditioning and the Peruvian bean character. Dark fruit notes—ripe plum and subtle berry—emerge beneath, layered with cocoa and caramel undertones. The roasted coffee character is present but measured, allowing the spirit-forward and sweet adjunct aromas to lead.

◐ Taste

The palate enters with sweet caramel and brown sugar prominence, followed by ripe plum and smooth coffee notes that unfold across the mid-palate. The lactose addition contributes a soft, creamy mouthfeel without cloying excess. Underlying whiskey barrel character adds oak and warming spice; bitterness remains restrained at 28 IBU, allowing sweetness and roasted complexity to dominate.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and warming, with lingering caramel, whiskey spice, and coffee notes fading gradually. A subtle drying sensation from the roasted beans provides balance to the residual sweetness.