Thornbridge Brewing (England) launched in Georgia about 6 months ago with “Halcyon” a wet hopped imperial IPA. The newest release – “St Petersburg”
Commercial Description:
Dark brown with a creamy tan head, almost latte like in appearance. Lemony, minty hop nose with underlying chocolate-caramel. Big, sweet roasted malt in the mouth with hints of chicory and bitter coffee. Some dark chocolate and wisps of peaty smoke. Boozy, bitter finish with some roasted hazelnut and maple syrup characters. Nice, slightly dry, bitter ending.
Style: Russian Imperial Stout
Taste Expectations: Roast coffee, bitter chocolate. Some smoke. Dark fruits. Smooth flavor and finish.
Availability: 220z bombers. Thornbridge does a lot of cask offerings. Be on the look out.
7.7% ABV
Looking for this? Hop City, Green’s Beer, Tower Beer Wine & Spirits, 5 points Bottle Shop. (Have it? comment!)
