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Black Raven Alaska "Session" Ale

Black Raven Brewing Company
Redmond, WA, United States of America


Vital Statistics

Type: Stout
ABV: 11.2%

Average Scores

Overall: 69 (logged 3 times)
Draft: 69 (logged 3 times)

Who's been drinking this

Soured a bit since the last time I had this, soured roasted bitterness. What happened? The sourness continues.
Paradox in a glass, which I guess is appropriate for an 11.2% Imperial Stout labeled a "session" ale. Buzzy effervescence; boozy, but smooth, with a bracing, pungent umami flavor laced with dried stonefruit. Tasty, but I get a headache just thinking about it.
Sour start with a dry hopped finish with some lingering dried fruit character, like a prune. Very drinkable which is dangerous for this high-ABV (11.2%) beer. Some salt.