Bluer Than Velvet
Brotherton Brewing Company

 

 

 

Almost black stout. Looks viscous. Smell is toasty and deep. A rich, flavor packed stout with complexity. Much of the dark roasted grain is balanced perfectly with tangy fruit hints, and a delicate sweetness. The soft feel feels the situation. This is a truly delicious beer.

 

I had this on draught at a restaurant. 16 oz. pour into a Brotherton pint glass. It pours a deep walnut color with one finger of foamy, mocha-colored head and lacing. It's a very attractive pour. There is blueberry on the nose, along with roasted malt, cocoa, and freshly-brewed coffee. This is an interesting and very tasty stout: It opens with some nice blueberry that is sweet but not cloying, followed by rich chocolate and coffee. As the glass warms, the blueberry becomes more prevalent. It features a creamy, almost chewy mouth feel with moderate carbonation, and the 9.6% ABV gives it nice substance. The alcohol isn't obvious but by the end of the pint you can surely feel it. Overall, this is a first rate Imperial Stout. The blueberry makes it special but the chocolate and coffee seal the deal! It is well-crafted and fun to drink. Brotherton is a relatively new brewery and this stout is quite an achievement. The sky's the limit!