Black Ops 2013 – Brooklyn Brewery – New York, NY

BrooklynBlackopsA very well-rounded Russian imperial stout.  The lush pour yielded a dark brown/black colored stout with a light, brownish tan head.  The nose exudes the scent of liquor and coffee.  I noticed very nice background notes of chocolate, brown sugar, vanilla, and dark fruit and  I found the bourbon and coffee to be the most pronounced flavors.  The added carbonation and texture donated by the champagne yeast is very pleasant, this stout is truly a masterpiece.

Bottle Description: Brooklyn Black Ops, a Russian Imperial Stout was aged for four months in bourbon barrels, bottled flat, and re-fermented in the bottle with Champagne yeast.  ABV 10.5%