beer_name: Ryan Sullivan's Imperial Stout
text: Pours a moderately thick, viscous black color with an amber-brown hue along the edges. Initially produces a tight thick tan head, but that disappointingly receeds quite quickly. No lacing noted. Fairly aggressive, rich aromas of charred malts, espresso beans, dark chocolate, candied prunes, figs and molasses along with a bit of nostril dialating alcohol. Thought the mouthfeel could have been just a tad fuller and thicker for a RIS of this strength. Seemed just slightly thin and spritzy. Flavor was big and muscular like the nose. Lots of complex notes of roasted malt, espresso, semi-sweet chocolate, dried dark fruits, currant and a touch of smoke and molasses. If there is such a thing as a West Coast Style RIS, this could be the prototype since the hops make their presence well known with the crisp and bitter long finish. Definitely one to seek out.