Hymir
Hymir is an imperial stout, top-fermented and brewed with large amounts of barley malt, part of it roasted. That malt bill makes it dense and very dark; fine roast and chocolate notes define the flavour and are balanced by a measured bitterness. It reaches 8.5% ABV from an original gravity of 20.5° Plato. The name comes from a giant of Norse myth who owns a huge brewing kettle.
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Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Hymir
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.
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About Imperial Stout
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Imperial 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 Imperial Stout
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same roasted, chocolate, malty character as Hymir will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.