What better day to start blogging about beer than on Stout Day? To celebrate the first day of the blog and Stout Day I’m enjoying a bottle of Thornbridge Winter Imperial Stout, which is an Imperial Russian Stout.
ABV: 7.4%
Starting with a hint of chocolate in the aroma the Winter Imperial Stout is a full bodied beer with a solid chocolate flavour and smooth maltiness. The bottle claims a subtle peaty smokiness and I certainly do have to pay attention to get a hint of smokiness that is just barely there. Definitely very pleasant without being overwhelming. This is followed by a slightly bitter aftertaste that just lingers in the mouth, making me long for another sip.
Rating: 4/5 – Definitely a fantastic choice for celebrating Stout Day.
Sounds great! I want to try that one.