Octavo Arte Dead Santa 2019

This Imperial Stout offers a decadent sensory experience shaped by a complex grist of five malts and flaked oats. The 2019 vintage presents a matured, harmonious profile where the initial intensity of roast has softened into nuanced layers of bittersweet dark chocolate, espresso, and black licorice. The addition of oats imparts a luxurious, velvety texture that carries the dark fruit esters—reminiscent of dried figs and plums—across the palate. Designed for slow contemplation, the beer balances its roasted grain bitterness with a smooth malt sweetness, concluding with a gentle, lingering warmth and a creamy, substantial finish.