Style: Stout (Barrel-aged, Flavored)

ABV: 16.2

96/100
Aroma: 12
Appearance: 2
Flavor: 20
Mouthfeel: 4

Horus Aged Ales Coconut Convergence

What the brewers say

"Buffalo Trace bourbon barrel aged imperial stout with coconut candy, coconut syrup, coconut water, desiccated coconut, shredded coconut, and toasted coconut added."

What our panel thought

“Visible coconut speckles float in the abyss. At first sniff, generous coconut, dark chocolate, and an orange-like fruit note. Sweet, thick, boozy on the palate, with coconut, brownie batter, and maple notes.”

What our editors thought

“Frosted coconut cake nose, complete with icing and vanilla. Intense coconut stops just short of absurdity. The sip is over-the-top sweet, with layers of coconut, ethanol, coffee roast, and a touch of toasted wood. Singular and focused.”

Review printed in: The Route to Stout (October-November 2021) (View All Issues)


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Horus Aged Ales Convergent Cycle

“A voluptuous, rich stout with a tropical edge. Coconut dominates the aroma, with little room for malt or whiskey aroma. Flavor is syrupy-sweet, leavened by alcohol. A liquid chocolate-coconut cluster.”

Horus Aged Ales Pallas's Pere

“Subtle nose with notes of plum, vanilla, blackstrap molasses, and soy sauce. The body is thick and chewy, suggesting brownie edges and crème brûlée. The strong alcohol presence keeps the beer from truly shining.”

Cellarmaker Brewing Company Vital Signs

“Dark espresso notes in the aroma. Barrel-forward cinnamon and vanilla with notes of chocolate, caramel, toffee, cream. As it warms, tobacco notes appear. Very sweet finish made tolerable by the roastiness.”

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