Basqueland / Stu Mostów Chocolate Birthday

This Imperial Stout, a celebratory collaboration, presents a decadent sensory profile centered on layers of intense cocoa. At 10.9% ABV, it pours an opaque jet black with a persistent, deep tan head. The aroma is a rich tapestry of bittersweet chocolate, espresso, and subtle dark fruit esters like raisins and black cherries. On the palate, the experience is focused on chocolate, featuring lush cocoa and toasted malt sweetness balanced by a firm, roasty bitterness. The mouthfeel is exceptionally full and velvety, offering a coating, chewy texture and a smooth, integrated alcohol warmth that lingers into a luxurious, bittersweet finish.