The Dogfather Imperial Stout

The Dogfather Imperial Stout, Laughing Dog Brewing, Ponderay, ID
(Imperial Stout, Rated 98)

"I'll give you an offer you can't refuse." The Dogfather speaks and this consumer listened. This imperial stout was aged for over 11 months in bourbon barrels. Pours black with a mocha-colored head. Aroma has chocolate, molasses, roastiness, and mild bourbon. Flavors of coffee, chocolate, roasted malts, and sweet molasses. Smooth, balanced, with minimal carbonation. Nice rich finish with a faint bourbon linger. The bourbon isn't as apparent as with other barrel aged beers, but this is a solid imperial stout. Even at 10.85% abv, it hides the alcohol well.