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Wild Heaven Ode to Mercy

Wild Heaven Beer
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🌍 United States · Imperial Coffee Brown Ale · One of 1 Imperial Coffee Brown Ales in hopIQ

Wild Heaven's imperial coffee brown ale — 7.2% ABV, roasted coffee from Land of a Thousand Hills layered onto a strong-brown malt bill. Fuller and more coffee-driven than a standard brown, less dessert-sweet than a milk stout. The Atlanta brewery's flagship dark beer since founding — the beer people order twice.

ABV
7.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark24
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Imperial Coffee Brown Ale.
Malt character
coffee
malty
roasted
caramel
chocolate
toasty
nutty
Distinctive notes
dark fruit
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Wild Heaven Ode to Mercy

Appearance

Deep mahogany brown with copper undertones, showing excellent clarity and allowing light to pass through with warmth. A dense, tan head forms readily and clings to the glass with strong lacing, indicating good body and malt presence. Carbonation is moderate and even, supporting a lasting foam collar.

mahogany browncleardense headgood lacing

Aroma

The nose is immediately dominated by roasted coffee from Land of a Thousand Hills, layered generously over a foundation of dark-roasted malt. Secondary notes of cocoa, toasted hazelnut, and faint dark caramel emerge as the beer warms, with subtle hints of dried plum adding depth. No sharp edges—the roast character sits full and smooth without becoming acrid.

roasted coffeedark maltcocoatoasted hazelnut

Taste

Entry brings forward the coffee-malt synergy in full measure: bitter coffee and roasted grain dominate without overwhelming the palate. The mid-palate develops layers of chocolate, caramel sweetness, and nutty warmth that balance the coffee bitterness; the 28 IBUs provide structure without harshness. Body is full and creamy, with a smooth texture that resolves clean rather than sticky or cloying.

coffee-forwardroasted maltchocolatebalanced bitterness

Finish

The finish is long and drying, with lingering coffee and roast lingering on the palate for several minutes. Residual caramel warmth fades gradually, leaving a pleasant, dry roasted grain aftertaste.

long finishdry roastcoffee persistence
85
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
86
Appearance
84
Finish
82
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Wild Heaven Ode to Mercy

Serve at 10–13°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 10–13°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Wild Heaven Ode to Mercy

About Imperial Coffee Brown Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Imperial Coffee Brown Ale?

Imperial Coffee Brown Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Imperial Coffee Brown Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same coffee, roasted, malty character as Wild Heaven Ode to Mercy will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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