Style: Stout (Imperial Flavored)

ABV: 9.5

90/100

Aroma:	11
Appearance:	3
Flavor:	18
Mouthfeel:	4

Tiny Haus by 10 Barrel Soul Candy

What the brewers say

“Conditioned on Brazilian amburana wood infused with flavors of gingerbread and holiday spices.”

What our panel thought

“Hints of earthy cinnamon-like spice punctuate a nose that brings elements of almond, baker’s chocolate, vanilla, blonde roast coffee. The sip yields an initial blast of spicy, nutty, and chocolate-like sweetness that slowly fades, allowing hints of cinnamon, almond, and allspice.”

What our editors thought

“Strong amburana wood in the nose evokes almond croissant, Amaretto liqueur, marzipan. The sip balances the sweeter nutty notes with spice and very lightly bitter chocolate.”

Review printed in: The Science of Stout (October-November 2022) (View All Issues)

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