Sunday, February 7, 2010

Great Divide Oak Aged Yeti

Reviewed By: Herr Rick
Style: Russian Imperial Stout (Barrel Aged)
State/Country: Colorado
ABV: 9.5%
Serving Type: On Tap @ the POPE

Look: 10
Midnight black, with a fluffy brown head and excellent lacing

Smell: 9
Roasted malt, vanilla, and dark roasted coffee

Taste: 9.5
Up Front: Dark chocolate, dark roasted coffee
Finish: Vanilla, oak, chocolate, dark fruit

Mouthfeel: 10
Full body, very rich and creamy. Super smooth

Drinkability: 9.5
Alcohol is noticeable, but it is not overwhelming.

Overall Score: 9.6

Value:
10
Cost/12 oz serving: $4.00.

Overall Impression:
This is simply an amazing example of a barrel aged R.I.S. Very complex, and well balanced. Needless to say Oak Aged Yeti get's my highest recommendation!

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