ride out the storm

The typical spring storms assail us these days.  Dark gray clouds, dark wet sidewalks, dumbasses in dark coats blithely crossing streets against the light without even looking...plenty of things to be a little down about.  Another choice from the resurrected Cervezorama was Guineu's Mr. Petroli.  Imperial stouts always have a place on my beer towel.  This one looks like it has what it takes to fuel some late-night work.

It has a sweet, slightly fruity odor, but you have to pay attention to catch it.  The pouring reveals a rich, black beer, with a dark beige-ish head.  The taste is surprisingly salty, smoky, and ending with a puff of dark chocolate.  A little licorice even sneaks into the aftertaste.  Although a bit demanding at first, it doesn't take too long to mellow out and settle into a regular and pleasing stout, warming, calming and speaking to brighter days to come.

Supplier: Cervezorama
Price: €3.20