Moment of Clarity Extra Maple

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black in the glass, with the opaque density characteristic of a milk stout. A substantial tan head forms and clings to the glass with visible lacing. Carbonation is moderate and even, supporting a creamy visual texture throughout.

◌ Aroma

Maple syrup leads the bouquet with genuine sweetness—not cloying, but present and inviting. Beneath it, dark roasted malt and cocoa powder emerge, joined by subtle coffee grounds and a faint suggestion of dark caramel. The adjunct sweetness integrates rather than dominates, allowing the toasted malt character to anchor the profile.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with rich chocolate and maple on the entry, followed by a full-bodied mid-palate where coffee roast and the creaminess from lactose settle in. Bitterness is restrained at 18 IBU, allowing the sweetness and roasted notes to remain central. The texture is smooth and velvety, with no harsh edges or astringency.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length, with maple and chocolate lingering pleasantly as roasted malt fades. A gentle sweetness persists without becoming sticky or cloying.