Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout | North Coast Brewing Co.
Brewed by:
North Coast Brewing Co.
California, United States
northcoastbrewing.com
Style: Russian Imperial Stout
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 9.00%
Availability: Year-round
Notes / Commercial Description:
Produced in the tradition of 18th Century English brewers who supplied the court of Russia’s Catherine the Great, Old Rasputin seems to develop a cult following wherever it goes. It’s a rich, intense brew with big complex flavors and a warming finish.
Added by kbub6f on 01-18-2001
HISTOGRAM
Ratings: 12,279 | Reviews: 3,736
5/5 rDev +16.3%
NoleyLa, Aug 02, 2014
4.54/5 rDev +5.6%
look: 4 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 5
New to the site.
I've had this beer after competing in a strongman competition
And I was very impressed with the results of buying this beer at a 4 pack
For $12. After a hard day of heavy lifting and setting some personal bests at the
Contest it was well worth the money. This is a definite will by again.
Overall an excellent beer I will definitely recommend.
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look: 4 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 5
New to the site.
I've had this beer after competing in a strongman competition
And I was very impressed with the results of buying this beer at a 4 pack
For $12. After a hard day of heavy lifting and setting some personal bests at the
Contest it was well worth the money. This is a definite will by again.
Overall an excellent beer I will definitely recommend.
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4.57/5 rDev +6.3%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.75
poured from bottle into glass
A: black as midnight; 2 finger head dark mocha in color; leaves good lacing as you drink
S: very roasty malty coffee like aromas smells delicious
T: malty, a little smoky espresso like at first you taste the alcohol and not in a bad way after a few the boozy taste subsides and all that remains is a delicious hot chocolate coffee like beverage that has you craving more
M: creamy and full bodied great subsistancy not too thick
O: an excellent brew; if you find this quad for under $10 you better buy it! best i've seen it is $8.99 (so far)
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look: 4.75 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.75
poured from bottle into glass
A: black as midnight; 2 finger head dark mocha in color; leaves good lacing as you drink
S: very roasty malty coffee like aromas smells delicious
T: malty, a little smoky espresso like at first you taste the alcohol and not in a bad way after a few the boozy taste subsides and all that remains is a delicious hot chocolate coffee like beverage that has you craving more
M: creamy and full bodied great subsistancy not too thick
O: an excellent brew; if you find this quad for under $10 you better buy it! best i've seen it is $8.99 (so far)
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4.35/5 rDev +1.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Can't believe I haven't reviewed this one yet. 12oz to a snifter
Pours pitch black with two fingers of moderately dark mocha foam, no real visibility. Good retention and lacing, low carbonation keeping it afloat
Smell is dark and thick, roast espresso and dark chocolate on the front. Lighter notes of fig and other dark fruits along with licorice and molasses. Finishes with a touch of alcohol
Taste follows well with the nose. Upfront chocolate and coffee malts, followed by fig and a bit of cherry. Licorice and toffee are subtle but present. Ends with a little bit of booze
Feel is thick and creamy, very bitter for a stout. Alcohol gives it a nice warmth as it goes down, very sippable
Overall a favorite go to imperial stout. Always solid and at the right price
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Can't believe I haven't reviewed this one yet. 12oz to a snifter
Pours pitch black with two fingers of moderately dark mocha foam, no real visibility. Good retention and lacing, low carbonation keeping it afloat
Smell is dark and thick, roast espresso and dark chocolate on the front. Lighter notes of fig and other dark fruits along with licorice and molasses. Finishes with a touch of alcohol
Taste follows well with the nose. Upfront chocolate and coffee malts, followed by fig and a bit of cherry. Licorice and toffee are subtle but present. Ends with a little bit of booze
Feel is thick and creamy, very bitter for a stout. Alcohol gives it a nice warmth as it goes down, very sippable
Overall a favorite go to imperial stout. Always solid and at the right price
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4.46/5 rDev +3.7%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
look: 4.75 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from North Coast Brewing Co.
Beer rating:
4.3 out of
5 with
12,279 ratings