Ol' Rugger - Private Select
Zaftig Brewing Co.

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From:
Zaftig Brewing Co.
 
Ohio, United States
Style:
Russian Imperial Stout
ABV:
16.5%
Score:
+9 ratings needed
Avg:
4.59 | pDev: 0%
Ratings:
1 | reviews: 1
Status:
Active
Rated:
Jul 06, 2024
Added:
Jun 01, 2024
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Private Select Ol' Rugger is an ultra small batch of our famous Russian Imperial Stout made up of a blend of bourbon and rye barrel aged Rugger that was aged between 20-30 months. This exclusive variant sets itself apart and having one in your collection will do the same for you.
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Reviewed by bluejacket74 from Ohio

4.59/5  rDev 0%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
12 ounce bottle, 2023 vintage. Served in a Zaftig snifter, the beer pours dark brown/black with about a half inch tan head that stayed around for a little bit. Decent amount of lacing. I like the aroma, the brew smells like dark chocolate, vanilla, whiskey, roasted malt, dark fruit and tobacco. Taste is similar to the aroma, but with the addition of some coffee, molasses, oak, brown sugar and caramel flavors. Definitely full flavored! Mouthfeel/body is full, it's syrupy and smooth with a moderate amount of carbonation. I thought this was an excellent brew, probably my favorite of the Ol' Rugger variants that I've tried. Worth picking up if you get the chance!
Jul 06, 2024