WeldWerks Brewing Company Mexican Achromatic

“Cold brew coffee-forward in the aroma. Coffee-soaked malt notes with dark fruit and light vanilla coat the palate, with a touch of smoke lingering. Well-balanced finish with a lingering bitterness that cuts through the residual sweetness.”

__Aroma:__ “A nice medium roast on the nose, with secondary notes of bitter and semisweet chocolate. There’s a fair amount of caramel and dark toffee on the nose that pairs nicely with the roast, but the earthy aroma at the back really dominates. Initially, it almost comes across as a chocolate latte.” __Flavor:__ “Bitter chocolate covers the mouth with some extreme roast character, which gives it a slight wood and tobacco presence. The roast really dominates with a chewy flavor, as if biting into an espresso bean−laced dark chocolate bar. The mouthfeel is fantastic, and coats the cheeks. Finishes with hoppy bitterness, cigar, and tobacco notes.” __Overall:__ “A very good beer. The chocolaty sweetness comes through on the nose and holds on just long enough to balance the roast and cigar notes.”

__Aroma:__ “Strong cinnamon at first, and then some chocolate, vanilla, and cayenne. Notes of chile spice, mole spice, and alcohol notes, as well as light roasted malt aromas, dried cherry esters, and other dark fruits. Resinous hops add a touch of light lemon.” __Flavor:__ “Very mole. The cinnamon is big, with lighter cocoa, paired with caramel and chocolate malt. Rich, complex spicy blend of the standard Mexican chocolate players. Moderately strong alcohol contributes complementary spicy notes and warmth—it’s definitely a sipper. Some sweet dark fruits, possibly plums and dates. The carbonation makes the spice pop just enough without being harsh, and the dryness from the roast makes you want another sip.” __Overall:__ “Everything I want in a Mexican chocolate stout. All the pieces fit together, without any rough edges. It’s a nice mix of flavor, with a rich creamy texture and a balanced slightly dry finish. The spices are nicely subdued, and don’t clash with the high alcohol. Dangerously drinkable.”