Day 85: Stone Imperial Russian Stout

Name: Stone Imperial Russian Stout

Brewer: Stone Brewing Co - San Diego, CA

Style: Imperial Stout

Alcohol Content: 10.8%


Review: "Imperial" refers to the added 'strength' of the beer. Imperial IPA, double IPA... they both are trying to tell you 'caution: really strong and really good'. Stone has a solid reputation out on the West Coast. Before I became a beer snob, I kind of snubbed this information and chalked it up to local pride. San Diego has enough great stuff to identify itself with, so I guess San Diegoans really don't have an insecurity complex or need to lie to make friends. The Stone Imperial Stout is a nice black color with a solid foamy head and medium carbonation. The aroma lets you know that this is a high-alcohol beer with chocolately toasty notes. The sooth rich mouthfeel is coupled with a notably chocolately flavor, rich lightly-toasty malt, and a residual chocolaty alcohol finish. If you can't find a Ten Fidy, the Stone Imperial Stout is your next best choice.

Rating: 4.25/5

Recommend? YES