Velvet Magnum VI
Other Half Brewing - Center Street

Can’t remember when or where I purchased this, but considering the collaboration, I had ridiculously high expectations. Pours a viscous ebony with no head. Almost nasal burning “hot” alcohol aroma that surprisingly isn’t off-putting. There’s cocoa, charred wood, vanilla, raisins. A syrupy sweet upfront flavor gives way to black licorice, stone fruit, dark chocolate. The mouthfeel is full, sticky, lush but not pleasant. Overall, better “buckle up “ for a full bodied, no nonsense rollercoaster ride of barrel aged goodness!

Look - Black thick thick thick Syrup
Smell and Taste - nice barrel with a nuttiness to it and a nice chocolate vanilla
Feel - thick full body with a very light carb
Overall - better than expected

09/04/23 bottle @ home

 

 

L- Jet black.....no head.....no lacing......no light passing through

S-Dark chocolate, latte, nuts, caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, toasted coconut, anise, cinnamon......lots of flavors coming through in the nose

T-Dark chocolate, mild bourbon barrel, dark bitter coffee, cinnamon, slight coconut and vanilla, finish is a lingering sweet, chocolatey bourbon

F- Thick, creamy, viscous, slick.....mild carb

O- Excellent brew....one of the best of the year for me

Bottle from Other Half in D.C.

Thick and rich. Sweet and delectable chocolates, cookie/brownie batter. A delicious example of a pastry stout. Great for sharing.