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Hopvine Ukranium Krusher

Hopvine Brewing Company
Aurora, IL, United States of America


Vital Statistics

ABV: 9.5%
Bitterness: 130 IBU
Original Gravity: 1.09 / 21.6° plato

From the brewer

The Krusher is a big, black brew, strong and elegant in its flavor, alcohol and body. Aged on toasted American white oak, imparting a hint of vanilla and mellowing this potent brew.

Average Scores

Overall: 39 (logged 3 times)
Draft: 39 (logged 3 times)

Who's been drinking this

Very much seemed like a solid Russian Imperial Stout -- especially after the Solemn Oath stout. Roasty and medium thick, not too bitter on the backend. Nice creamy aftertaste.
No real scent. The taste is like a stout with somewhat icky caramel. I'm still considering lowering the rating. On the second sip the bitterness kicks in, but the caramel develops a lingering nasty aftertaste. And the rating drops.