Look: Black as the deepest depths of the ocean. Small lacy tan head
Taste: Massive mouthfeel with chocolate, roasted malty flavor and a warm burn
Conclusion: This is a 10% behemoth in monster's clothing. The brew doesn't try to deceive you with it's dark and thick pour. It tells exactly of what's to come which is an initial coat of varnish...errr stout, that covers your tongue and starts to distribute the gargantuan roasted malts and rich notes. I saw on the label they even brew it with some anise. There's a multitude of different dark and luscious flavors that come through excellent, but even better when it's warmed a bit.
Speaking of warm that alcohol doesn't burn at the end of the taste but gradually cozens your innards like Peto-Bismol(if it actually tasted good). This certainly isn't the strongest beer alcohol-wise but it's heavy enough that you have to enjoy it and take your time. My buddy and I had one prior to heading into a LA Galaxy game and found it exceedingly difficult to chug the last couple gulps. Try chugging hot chocolate...you get the same effect.
Still, this Russian Imperial Stout is amazingly stellar and would go probably just perfect as a beer float. If you do indulge in ice cream that is. Don't miss this one. It's a keeper...at least for as long as you can resist opening it.
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