New Beer Weekend #214

Had my weekly gaming night with people in Colorado and Tennessee, and grabbed this from my cellar for refreshment.

From 2022, and compared to previous reviews, aging it did it no favors.
The pour was good, if not amazing for a BA imperial stout, look at that head. I’m used to not having much carbonation at all.
The taste is really quite good, just missing that sharpness I usually get from whiskey aged stouts. I don’t think I got any whiskey at all. But the rest of it was delicious, nice warm brown bread with figs and plums and maybe a little sweetness. No discernible hops, this is all malt tastyness.
The feel is lighter than expected, certainly for a BA stout. Made it far too easy to drink quicker than was ideal.
OA, I would like to try it again, but fresh. Not sure if I got it on one of my trips to Colorado but maybe I can find it there.
Cheers, and good night!

 

The Tulsa American Baltic Porter from Renaissance Brewing Co. 8.5% ABV; 3.15 overall, the story

We proudly present Tulsamerican, a Baltic Porter that pays homage to the final liberation bomber crafted in Tulsa. Cold fermentation and lagering yield a smooth, enjoyable profile. Roasted grains offer nuanced hints of roast, while balanced flavor emerges from minimal hopping. The lager yeast enhances the drinkability of this porter, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. Kick back, unwind, and savor a chilled Tulsamerican—a tribute to Tulsa’s aviation legacy and a delectable Baltic Porter fused into one remarkable brew.

Pours an effervescent auburn/chestnut with a pinky of tan head. Zero head retention & lacing

S: Coffee, cocoa, brown sugar notes once warm

T: Plenty of coffee/chicory & roastyness, woody hops, with dryness upfront. Chicory, woody dryness, some roastyness & a little brown sugar once warm, plus a touch of vanilla. Finishes with woody hops, brown sugar & watered down coffee

MF: Medium body, fairly firm carbonation, skews a little bitter/astringent at times & then swings sweet. Body thins out once warm

This is a very disjointed take on the style, first one I've had from these guys I don't like. Drinks easy enough, whiffs on the style, would've guessed this was an English Stout in a blind tasting. Having said that, no chore to drink