Thursday, February 2, 2012

Leinenkugel’s Big Eddy Russian Imperial Stout 2011: Review


“Dark and complex with 11 malts and grains balanced by three different and distinct hops.”

Jacob Leinenkugle Brewing Co.
Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin
9.5% abv

Appearance: black as night body with a fine one finger dark tan head. Thick lacing left on the glass and it look syrupy running down the glass with each sip.   

Aroma: dark roasted grains and a little anise, the overall bouquet is soft though. 

Flavors: dark roasted grains, salty, espresso like taste, bitter dark chocolate (95% dark chocolate), roasted molasses, 

Mouthfeel: the bitter notes dominate, little syrupy and creamy feel, low carbonation,

My Strength Rating: 8 – a good full bodied Russian Stout

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