Imperial stout, also known as "Russian Imperial Stout" or "Imperial Russian Stout," is a strong dark beer or stout that was originally brewed by Barclays brewery in London, England for export to the court of the Tsar of Russia. It has a high alcohol content (nine or ten percent is not uncommon) intended to preserve it during long trips and to provide a more bracing drink against cold climates. The colour is very dark, almost always opaque black. Imperial stout exhibits enormously powerful malt flavours, hints of dark fruits, and is often quite rich, resembling a chocolate dessert.Over winter break, my step-father cracked open a version of this brew from Stone. It had been a long time since a beer had "taken me out" and this one surely did. The robustness of the malt and hops are indeed remarkable. In fact, a friend of mine was enjoying one a few days ago and actually had to stop drinking near the end of the pint because he was overcome. If you ever get the chance, drink this one with a few good friends.
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I will look it up. I had a pleasant beer making experience (my first and only thus far) last November/December, and have been eager to expand and develop my taste.
I believe the letters OMFG are in order . . . I can feel the hair growing on my chest just looking at it.
uh...is this on the list for friday????
I have a friend that works at Stone Brewery in San Diego. Can you get it easily in your neck of the woods?
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