Siberian Night Imperial Stout
Pours very thick and motor-oil black, with a short, dark tan head that fades quickly. Aromas are quite creamy and nutty for an Impy stout, with little in the roasted malt way of things. There are some nice toasted notes lurking in the background. On the palate, sightly fruity sweetness first off, then some hot alcohol starts at the mid-palate and lasts through the finish. Sweet vanilla, chocolate cream and figs round things out. Mouthfeel is very smooth, but not as much as some other examples, with some pronounced alchoholic hotness. Overall, this is a very good Imperial Stout, especially for one on the sweeter side and lacking roasted malt character. Enjoyable.