Schützengarten Swiss Stout

◎ Aussehen

Deep ebony black with minimal light penetration, presenting a substantial hazelnut-brown foam head that demonstrates good initial retention and gentle lacing around the glass. The body appears opaque and full, characteristic of a well-crafted stout with fine carbonation integrated throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced roasted malt character—dark grain and subtle charred notes—layered beneath pronounced milk chocolate and hazelnut aromatics from the artisan Swiss chocolate adjunct. Soft aromatic hops provide gentle herbal undertones, while a whisper of coffee and dark cocoa rounds the aromatic profile without dominating.

◐ Geschmack

The palate delivers velvety smooth chocolate-forward sweetness balanced by moderate roasted bitterness; entry is soft and creamy, mid-palate shows layered nutty and chocolate complexity, with restrained hop bitterness providing definition without harshness. The 40 IBU creates a refined bittersweetness rather than sharp astringency, allowing the dark malt and chocolate to remain central.

◑ Abgang

The finish is medium in length with lingering dark chocolate and subtle roasted grain notes. A gentle drying sensation remains without astringency, leaving a pleasant cocoa-tinged aftertaste.

Etwas wärmer als erwartet. 10–13°C lässt die gerösteten Malz-, Schokoladen- und Kaffeenoten vollständig entfalten.

Der Klassiker — vielseitig, angenehm zu halten und hält das Bier kühl. Kein Schnickschnack: nur das Bier.