Jeffery
Center of the Universe Brewing Company

Looks dark red, amber when held to light. Black otherwise. Smells very strong! Not a pleasant smell, sort of like over dehydrated malt. Tastes very alcoholic, which it should for a 10.4 abv beer, but also overly malty and sort of syrupy. I usually like Imperial Stouts but I think this one missed the mark a bit.

A:Dark black in color with creamy tan head.

S: Apple brandy, oak, and coffee.

T: creamy with coffee and dark roasted grain, nice oak and vanilla with coffee finish.

M: Medium body with moderate carbonation, and a smooth cream texture.

O: Overall very good, the bourbon aging definitely adds to this stout, that being said the base beer is good, but not astounding.

Poured on tap in a shaker pint, the beer is jet black, with a low profile, tan colored head. Aromas of roasted coffee, subtle chocolate, and cream highlights. Flavors are heavily roasted forward, with a balanced blend of bitter roasted coffee and bittersweet chocolate, highlighted by solid lactose characteristics. Smooth, dry bodied, with a milk chocolate and roasted aftertaste. Smooth, slow finish. Good beer.