Time for a double header of epic proportions. We're starting with the Espresso Oak Aged Yeti and then heading straight into the normal Oak Aged Yeti to compare.
This brew pours black with a coffee colored head that quickly fades into nothing like most other imperial stouts. There is very nice lacing and carbonation present as well. The smell is mostly of coffee, which is be expected, with slight hints of chocolate, vanilla, and barley. The first sip blew me away - the complexity of this beer is out of this world and includes notes of oak, chocolate, vanilla, and caramel. This version of the Yeti is a champ at hiding the alcohol flavor and warmth even though it comes in at 9.5%. One of the best tasting and best mouth feel I've ever had from a beer.
Appearance - 4.2
Smell - 4.1
Taste - 4.6
Texture - 4.6
Overall - 4.38/5
Wow, this is the only beer that's garnered higher praise from you than the Rochefort Trappistes 10. I feel a mix of bemusement and jealousy sir, more the latter.
ReplyDeleteIt was amazing, if you can find it buy it and you won't be disappointed.
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