Lost at Sea
Magnify Brewing Company

 

Poured from fresh 16 oz. can into a snulip glass. It pours nearly ink black with a half finger of creamy, khaki-colored head and thick, elegant, long-lasting lacing. The nose is outstanding: fudge, roasted malt, freshly-brewed coffee, tobacco smoke, and earthy char. Its taste offers everything I'd want in a Russian Imperial Stout, including acidic, burnt coffee, dark chocolate, nutty char, and a hint of caramel and dark fruit. It's largely bitter but there is a tasty balance of fruity sweetness. It's really delicious. The mouth feel is great; it's medium-bodied with moderate, appropriate carbonation, and it drinks surprisingly easily for its 9% ABV. Overall, Lost at Sea is a very fine RIS with all of the flavors I look for.