Labirratorium just rearranged their stock from country-based to style-based, which means all the stouts are right there! Of course, sometimes you want some national representative, but then you ask about it, the same as you used to when you wanted a particular style. Some people worry about their searching habits, but jeez, you can get used to anything and this isn't even a weird change. I was very happy to find Laugar's Soul Reaper Imperial Breakfast Stout right away. Yes, the name and label had something to do with its choosing. It isn't that long til Halloween after all.
There's just a whiff of chocolate stout, but definitely something there. It's not especially heady, although the head that's present it tight and resistant. Promising dark and opaque brown, very nearly black. Taking a closer sniff, there's a more toasty background than obvious at first, but with a dusting of dark chocolate still on top. The chocolate comes out big on the flavor, giving you a good shove right up front. Then there's a more licorice finish, typical for many stouts, which always makes me question my devotion. It feels slick and smooth, although it has a lot of body. It goes down pretty easy despite having plenty of weight, even with a tiny little kick at the back of the palate coming in on the swallow. A little spiciness builds up on several sips, something cinnamony and even a little minty, very Christmas-y I'd say. It feels like a good partner with gingerbread, for example. Even over time it stays smooth and satisfying, with little change in texture. It's s solid beer, one that would tempt me every time. Even the licorice dies down after a while, nearing it to perfection.
Supplier: Labirratorium
Price: €6.10
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