Innis & Gunn Brewing Company Vanishing Point Imperial Stout at 11% ABV (C$13.54 at Willow Park Wine & Spirits, 500 ml, packaged on 26-Jul-2017, acquired 12-Oct-2017, reviewed 15-Oct-2017)
Appearance: clear brown with deep amber relief at the margins, one finger of rocky beige head, good retention and patchy lacing. (3/5) Aroma: bourbon, oak, dark roasted malt, hints of dark fruit, coconut, nuts. (6/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-high bitter. (7/10) Palate: medium body tending slightly thin, moderate carbonation, lingering bitter warming finish. (4/5)
It’s been a long time since I’ve been suckered into buying an Innis & Gunn beer. I mean, let’s face it, I knew going into this the most likely outcome was mediocrity, possibly with flashes of competence. But, they suckered me in with the “200 days aged in first fill barrels” schtick. What that ends up translating to, is sharp bourbon notes on top of weak darkly roasted malts, with a thin-tending body. So, yeah – a thin, hot, mess. I’d say there’s a very good chance I’ll never buy another I&G beer ever again, so let’s just call this the point where I vanish. (13/20)
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