Scratch Beer 15 - 2008
Thanks to Deuane for this one! Poured into New Belgium Globe Glass Pours very thick for an oatmeal stout. Only a thin layer of tan head produced. Good retention around the outside of the glass only. Not very much lace left. Color is basically black. Aroma: Wow, I think this has to be one of the best oatmeal stouts I have smelt. Rich coffee, cocoa, oats, dark fruits, very malty with some fresh grassy hops. It seems as if there is a little heat here, but I am loving it. Everything mixes so well. Taste: A lot of roasted malts with a big coffee flavor. A decent amount of oat. Cocoa/chocolate. Grass/earthy hops. Dark dried fruits. A very nice beer. Mouthfeel: Rich, smooth, creamy. A decent amount of carbonation and a pretty full body. Ends with a roasted malt/coffee flavored aftertaste. Overall, this has to be one of my favorite oatmeal stouts to date. It has a lot of flavor and is pretty drinkable. I really like that this one is so thick. I would easily drink more if I had some!