Bidassoa Basque Brewery Imperial Stout

This Imperial Stout offers a masterclass in balance, masking its potent 10.5% alcohol behind layers of sensory depth. The experience begins with an intense aromatic profile of freshly roasted coffee and dark cocoa, punctuated by distinctive hop notes of orange peel and grapefruit. On the palate, the decadent flavors of bittersweet chocolate and espresso are lifted by bright citrus nuances, while caramel malts provide a necessary backbone of sweetness. It concludes with a smooth, surprisingly dry finish where lingering hop bitterness and pithy citrus zest harmonize, creating a dangerous yet sophisticated profile that belies its significant strength.