Basqueland Brewing / Ritual Lab Choco Talo

This Imperial Stout is a decadent collaboration between Basqueland and Ritual Lab, inspired by the Basque talo. A complex grist of six malts, including prominent Chocolate malts and cornflakes, creates a deep, midnight-black foundation. The addition of cacao in the whirlpool produces a melting, velvety texture that coats the palate. Aromas of rich dark chocolate and toasted grain lead into a flavor profile where intense cocoa meets a subtle, savory lift from sea salt. This salt enhances the malt sweetness, resulting in a sublime, full-bodied experience with a lingering, harmonious finish of bittersweet chocolate and smooth alcohol warmth.