Aroma: “Coffee, caramel, and maple syrup, some roast with a nice warming alcoholic note.”

Flavor: “Maple-syrup sweetness, chocolate, and caramel and a moderate coffee spiciness. Alcohol warming that lets you know it’s there but not harsh or overwhelming. Finishes sweet chocolate, light coffee, maple, and a touch of booze.”

Overall: “Rich and complex blend of many pieces that fit together pretty well. Nice breakfast-stout complexity. The maple syrup adds a nice spicy note that is accentuated by the barrel character.”