The People's Pint Imperial Stout - The People's Pint

lordofthewiens

Maine

4.2/5  rDev +8.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25

In a tulip the beer was black in color with a medium-sized tan head. There was a bit of lace.

A nice roasted malt aroma, both coffee and chocolate. Some sweet fruit.

Dark chocolate taste with strong, espresso-like coffee. They worked well with each other. There was also a bit of raisin.

This was a rich, flavorful RIS. Very enjoyable.

Serving type: on-tap

03-23-2013 15:31:39 | More by lordofthewiens

SABERG

Massachusetts

4.35/5  rDev +12.4%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

2007 vintage from the cask last night at the restaraunt.

A - Deep dark with a noticeable tan line serving as the head. Very low carbonation.
S - Bakers chocolate, hint of rasberry and vanilla.
T - Sharp, and smooth not thick though. Cocoa lingers long, a hint, slight hint of booze well hidden.
M - Coating the entire palate with smooth goodness. A very nice finish with that hint of rasberry as desert.
O - To have a 2007 on cask was a special treat, and a great way to kick off 2013 as it was our first visit to the Pint of the year. The vintage may be at its nexxus. Overall a treasure to behold.
A finely crafted and lovingly aged gem by the People at the Peoples Pint.

Cheers

Serving type: cask

01-05-2013 14:07:54 | More by SABERG

rudzud

Massachusetts

4.33/5  rDev +11.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

2009 Vintage, bottle # 386

A - Poured into my Duvel tulip a deeep dark brown almost black hue with a dark mocha head that never really formed anything other than a nice halo and small cloud. Swirling resulted in a nice quarter inch head that faded slowly. Quite nice.

S - Excellent dark chocolate aromas, faint "old" espresso , older mellow roasted malts. Everything is super mellowed and balanced. Definitely has a vintage Abyss-like aroma.

T - Hmm. So, definitely mellow with Starts initially sweet fading immediately to mellowed roasted malts and espresso with light chocolate. After that there are faded piney hops. Shocking enough there is still bitter pine on the finish along with a super, super faint smoke. Really unique. On one hand its mellow aged espresso and roast flavours, the other hand contains somehow light biter pine. Kinda cool its still there after 3 years.

M - So, this mouthfeel is on the thin side of "thick and chewy" with some low carbonation. Not syrupy at all.

O - Overall, I was incredibly pleased with this beer. Great flavours here really make this pop. Very well done and an excellent vintage for this RIS.

Serving type: bottle

11-29-2012 02:33:21 | More by rudzud

beerzulllbub

Connecticut

4.28/5  rDev +10.6%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

A- Dark full bodied sludge empties out of the bottle into my Pint Glass... Pitch black body the head follows completion of a rather aggressive pour in a thin dark tan ring... you can tell this will stain your fingers if you let it, nice!

S- Chocolate and Raisin... Overwhelming, the beer smells like raisin juice... a bit of prune, vanilla, and tar (getting excited!)

T- Raisin Juice... seriously, wow! Chocolate follows that immediate impression and the aromas are immediately evident in this bewitching and powerful Imperial Stout... Nice balanced sweetness loads of chocolatey nuance but incredibly bright at the same time, notes of raisin and prune adding this lift... some notes of fig, vanilla, and caramel with coffee just peaking thru on the finish.

M- Full bodied and sticky, this is a big, heavy stout!

O- Very good I'll buy this again if given the chance, Really Really nice English Style Imperial Stout... No rough edges... Delicious!

*2011 Vintage

Serving type: bottle

05-01-2012 00:57:31 | More by beerzulllbub

mlazzaro

Massachusetts

4.25/5  rDev +9.8%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

2008 12 oz. Bottle #514
Purchased a dusty relic from:
Liquor World Porter Sq. Cambridge MA. <-- good spot

Very little carbonation. Tiny head that doesn't really want to rouse. Poured incredibly viscous. Black and virtually opaque. Initially smells of booze, but after a sniff or two one gets caramel, roasted barley, and coffee notes. Definitely smells alcoholic, very pungent aromatics, even w/ low carbonation.

Taste is quite intense at first. Mouthfeel is thick and sweet. Flavors like molasses and roasted barley. Bitterness is smooth and suiting. English flavored yeast, sweet and fruity. Aftertaste of roasted barley and other dark malts. Also definite reminder your drinking alcohol throughout the sip. Acidic from dark malts and fermentation, but light carbonation left a soft mouthfeel. Vast array of different flavors in this. I liked it quite a bit.

Couldn't find much info on the beer, to my knowledge not listed anywhere on thepeoplespint.com.

Serving type: bottle

03-15-2012 00:46:33 | More by mlazzaro

MatthewWilde

Massachusetts

4.28/5  rDev +10.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

Sample: 1 bottle 2009 (2.5 years aged)

A: Coffee-like, thick, very dark brown, decent internal carbonation, minimal head (light brown)

S: Espresso, honey, maple syrup, roasted nuts, hints of cocoa

T: Bitter and sweet at the same time, very well balanced flavor, strong espresso notes, very malty, light alcohol, heavy aftertaste

M: Very thick, yet smooth and drinkable, aftertaste is quite lingering but not unpleasurable

O: Very smooth and heavy stout, age seems to have lightened the alcohol and really mellowed it out

Serving type: bottle

03-02-2012 09:29:38 | More by MatthewWilde

puboflyons

New Hampshire

4.47/5  rDev +15.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

2010 batch. Bottle no. 18. Sampled on January 27, 2012. The pour is nearly black with a tocuh of brown when held to the light. Little to no head though despite a slightly aggressive pour. The aroma is of full, bold dark malts, something like dark cherry, a yeast strain, and bitter sweetness. The body is also full. An aggressive coffee and dark malt taste up front followed by a smooth but sweet creaminess and a near-dry hopped ending. A very high quality brew.

Serving type: bottle

01-28-2012 02:34:39 | More by puboflyons

harrymel

Washington

3.68/5  rDev -4.9%
look: 2.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

Vintage 2010, Bottle #31

A half inch of mocha foam falls quickly over this black ale. There remains a ring of said foam. No lace. Smells of leather, anise, molasses, alcohol and some hints of apple. I'm happy with this. I would suspect this to taste like a toned down aged Nightstalker.

Sweet with bitter bite. There's a hop presence to this still and reminds me of some of the hop profiles in some ABA's. I like it as it's a little spicy and a little meaty. Theres a certain nitrite flavor to this beer. Some dark malts, hint of blackstrap and some graham as well. Medium on heavy with low carb. i would argue a little more carb would go a long way to help open this beer up. Alcohol is not notable on the flavor.

I liked this beer. I think, based on reviews, I would enjoy this beer with another year, or at least an '09 as the reviews on the '09 are pretty stellar.

Serving type: bottle

01-19-2012 08:41:41 | More by harrymel

Pahn

New York

4.15/5  rDev +7.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 5

12oz bottle into Duvel tulip. 2009 vintage, bottle #46.

Appearance: Free pour yields a half inch tan head that dissipates slowly leaving a webbed wall of lacing. Pours a thick solid black with brown highlights, and has nice legs and spotty lacing.

Smell: Pastry and toffee, hint of roasted malt and faded piny hops. Slight oxidation that's almost undetectable (and therefore possibly placebo). Overall impression is a vibrant, vanilla chocolate toffee pastry aroma.

Taste: Toffee, mild roasted malt, long cookie aftertaste. Small but definitely present sherry-like oxidation note that does nothing but good for the flavor; if this brewery is consistent, this is definitely an age-able beer, as age has been kind to this bottle.

Lots going on without any of it being ostentatious. There's some piny and oily hops running through the middle, along with lots of toffee, some roasted malt, a hint of molasses, occasional vanilla. This is a really good imperial stout. As with the smell, this 4.0 is really pushing toward 4.5 territory.

Mouthfeel: A bit thin for the style. Medium bodied and a little watery, though usually gives a creamy impression. Low but not too low carbonation. Slightly dry finish. Approaches chewy but not annoyingly so.

Overall: Very impressed with this beer. I often personally evaluate beers by thinking: "had I brewed 5 gallons of this, would I be disappointed?" I'd be proud to share a beer like this with anyone. It's developed beautifully with age, and delivers several great (but often understated) flavors that should satisfy any fan of Russian Imperial Stouts.

Serving type: bottle

01-11-2012 02:03:43 | More by Pahn

ppoitras

Massachusetts

3.78/5  rDev -2.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

22oz bottle purchased at Spirit Haus, Amherst, MA. 2010 vintage, bottle #114.

Poured into an imperial pint glass, formed no head at all, although a slight skim did eventually rise to the surface. Lacing is minimal through the rosiest of glasses, albeit exhibiting quite the legs, over the opaque dark brown/black brew. Aroma is anise and blackstrap, coupled with alcohol.

Flavor is dark sweetness to start, some syrupy fruitiness in the middle, and closes with a controlled acrid bitterness balanced with ample booze character. Mouthfeel is quite smooth, but would be even better with some carbonation, and drinkability is pretty good, especially for the style. Sad that I don't enjoy this one as much as I did when I reviewed it back then.

3/24/08 - 4.5/4/4.5/5/5
12oz bottle purchased at the brewpub. 2007 vintage, bottle #60.

Poured into a pint glass, formed a frothy 1/2" brown head, which holds nicely. Lacing is thick, and falls ever so slowly, over the opaque dark brown/black brew. Aroma is hearty dark malts and pervasive fruity alcohol. Flavor is thick darkness, coupled nicely with the alcohol warming close. Mouthfeel is velvety smooth, with drinkability that makes you want to drink another, even though you know you probably shouldn't *right now*. Very nice treat.

Serving type: bottle

12-28-2011 01:46:14 | More by ppoitras

MasterSki

Illinois

2.45/5  rDev -36.7%
look: 4 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 2 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 2.5

Not sure who brought this rarity, but thanks(?). Served in a Cigar City snifter. 2009 vintage, bottle #26.

A - Quick-dissolving dime of tan foam settles to a thin ring and some nearly imperceptible wisps on top. No lace. Black body.

S - Holy booze! Green apple, chocolate, grain alcohol, roasted malts, molasses, toffee, soy, and anise.

T - Taste is equally boozy, with tons of alcohol beating down flavors of chocolate, Whoppers, toasted grains, and some slight buttery diacetyl. Finish is mildly astringent, with harsh roast and anise bitterness. And booze - did I mention booze?

M - Smooth full body, lower carbonation, and tons of alcohol warmth.

D - There is no way this is 9.2% - it tastes like it's about 15%. I took way too much in my glass and ended up pouring out a few ounces, as I just couldn't handle the massive alcohol presence. You know it's bad when you find yourself longing for Tap & Die malt liquor instead.

Serving type: bottle

11-27-2011 18:31:56 | More by MasterSki

wadecats

Massachusetts

5/5  rDev +29.2%
look: 5 | smell: 5 | taste: 5 | feel: 5 | overall: 5

Super dark to the last swallow, with a fresh sweet and hoppy, people's pint stamp on the smell.
Taste is smooth for such a big beer - rather bitter and from hops and grain - heavy chocolates come through
Mouthfeel is thick and lightly carbonated

Overall, this beer is great. Last year's batch stood out for me, not too much alcohol or sweetness which can be a problem for the style and the brewery.

Serving type: cask

09-22-2011 11:33:25 | More by wadecats

ridglens

Indiana

4.28/5  rDev +10.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

Big thanks to Matt Watkins for this sweet extra, 2009 edition! poured into Portsmouth snifter.

A- Pours a pretty dark brown, black when it's in the glass. It produces a thick, dark brown head that slowly dies, leaving it's tale all over the glass. It pours thick, getting excited for this one.

S- Oh damn, this is going to ba a tasty one. Huge malts, and lots of sweet molasses and black licorice. some cinnamon as well, this thing almost smells like an abyss, it's dark and sweet but not cloying. This is a good stout, only wish it came out of a barrel haha.

T- Very tasty. sweet and molasses-y, but not without a very roasty coffee backbone to balance the sweet with bitter. Definitely some chocolate as well, many dimensions in this beer. reminds me a little of Dark Lord and Abyss (with molasses and licorice resp.). damn good. just a hair of an unrefined sort of mid-aftertaste i wouldn't normally associate with a 2+ year old beer, but I'm nitpicking at this point

M- This bottle coats the mouth and sticks to the teeth, with all the great thick flavors. It's a hair thinner than i would prefer, but for the ABV and flavors definitley not bad, and the carbonation is good, especially for the age.

O- this beer was a very pleasant surprise, one of the better beers I've had in a while, definitely for an extra. I will definitely be seeking more out, and soon. I think it could use a little more thickness and refining, but damn it's tasting.

Serving type: bottle

09-21-2011 00:22:34 | More by ridglens

rowingbrewer

Massachusetts

4.53/5  rDev +17.1%
look: 5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

2009 vintage poured into my dogfish head snifter

This beer pours a dark dark brown to nearly black color with a brown thick fluffy head that lasts and laces the glass as it starts to recede. The smell was very inviting a pleasant amount of roasted barley smell along with a little chocolate and dark fruit hints. The flavor follows suit with the roasty flavor being in the front with a hint of raisin and cocoa. There is also a slight alcohol presence but nothing over th top. The mouthfeel is medium full to full with the right amount of carbonation. Overal I was very happy with this beer and am goin to be seeking out a few more if possible.

Serving type: bottle

08-17-2011 23:48:37 | More by rowingbrewer

tmoneyba

Ohio

4/5  rDev +3.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Poured a black color with an average creamy brown head that mostly lasted with excellent lacing. Moderate to heavy toasted chocolate malt aroma. Medium to full body with a sticky smooth texture and flat carbonation. Medium to heavy dark chocolate sweet flavor with a medium to heavy sweet finish of moderate to long duration. My expectations where exceeded.

Serving type: bottle

07-15-2011 00:52:36 | More by tmoneyba

lackenhauser

Maryland

3.55/5  rDev -8.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

2009 vintage-bottle 960.

Inky black with a slight amount of carbonation. Moderate aroma of roasted grains and a slight yeast/sulfury tinge. Some deep espresso and dark chocolate notes. Much of the aroma carries right over into the flavor. A lot going on and nothing seems to stand out. The espresso and dark chocolate are backed with a strong dried fruit and plum flavor. Almost has an off flavor I can't pin down-like it is a homebrew actually-maybe oxidized? smooth and very full mouthfeel for sure. A decent RIS but nothing is well defined flavor wise for me. Nice to try and from the looks of the hand made label a small brewery. Worth checking out for your opinion.

Serving type: bottle

07-09-2011 02:58:49 | More by lackenhauser

kenpo23

Massachusetts

4.13/5  rDev +6.7%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

2009 bottle #64

picked this up a few months ago and just got around to pouring it tonight.

A: pours a really nice black with a great head that stuck around for awhile.

S: i could smell the molasses, chocolate and malt but for some reason it did not really combine to well for me...

T: ....but it all came across fantastically with that first sip. that RIS flavor just comes out and makes you glad you picked this one up. the balance of chocolate/ coffee/ malt/ molasses could not be improved upon.

M: this ones chewy and as much as i want to just drink it all up its too heavy to do that.

O: really nice RIS. i would definitely recommend this one as i am gonna have to run out and grab some more.

Serving type: bottle

06-25-2011 22:52:54 | More by kenpo23

akorsak

Pennsylvania

3.65/5  rDev -5.7%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

Bottle #89 from the 2007 release. Thanks to ralflord for this bottle.

A: The stout is dark as night, a moonless night that is. No crimson, no ruby, no dark cola colors. Just black. A thick head, a dark mocha color, is thick on the first pour, over three fingers. A second pour was necessary to empty the 12 oz bottle. Lacing is rampant.

S: The nose is roasted, dark with fruits along for the ride. Hate to say it, but the nose seems to be a little long in the tooth (it is at least 3.5 years old).

T: Dark roasted and more than a hint of oxidation. Kinda gives the stout an olde world flavor. Still formidable, the stout leaves a roasted, chocolate and coffee finish. Plenty of booziness, a vinous character, peaks through. The age, as expected, lends a sourness to the stout, not overpowering. Dark fruits are a lingering presence.

M: The sourness can't be missed. That's not surprising considering the age, so I can't ding the stout. Plenty roasted, a contrast for the sweet sourness.

Serving type: bottle

06-15-2011 20:30:50 | More by akorsak

mikereaser

Pennsylvania

3.88/5  rDev +0.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

2009 Bottle 466
Pours a pitch black with almost no foam on the pour but a thin layer of tan bubbles quickly cover the surface afterward. The aroma is full of dark chocolate, roasted malts and vanilla. Dark chocolate, a hint of dark fruits along with tobacco sum this up well. Medium bodied, creamy silky mouthfeel, slight alcohol pokes through. Very enjoyable flavor and taste, a bit much to drink often but quite nice.

Serving type: bottle

05-14-2011 03:45:43 | More by mikereaser

ICCULIS

Massachusetts

4.33/5  rDev +11.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

Bottled 2009
Bottle # 958
Drank 05.07.11

I was not familiar with the brewery but this was suggested to me from a local shop. Price was $4.99 for 12oz. I poured into a DFH Sniffer.

A = Pours black (as expected) and leaves a 1 finger tan head, which dissipates fast. Looks exactly like an RIS should

S = Rich, sweet dark chocolate flavors. Roasted malts on the nose.

T = Sweet chocolate and dark fruits. Roasted malt as well and faintly coffee. The chocolate flavor stays with this taste til the finish. Slight boozy flavor but certainly does not have the taste/flavor expected w/ a 9% brew. Easily drinkable.

M = Full bodied, silky smooth. decent carbonation in this which presented a fresh taste - surprising for a 2yr old bottle.

O = I really enjoyed this - I'd call it a straight ahead Russian Imperial Stout with no certain flavor or taste competing each other. Very well balanced and delicious - very drinkable! This is an excellent representation of the RIS Style. If I can find more (at a better price) I'll certainly stock up as I enjoyed this very much.

Serving type: bottle

05-10-2011 19:37:41 | More by ICCULIS

MADhombrewer

Oregon

4/5  rDev +3.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

2009. Bottle number 1008. 12oz bottle poured into a Laurelwood tulip. Thanks goes to WkndatBernardusfor this.

Appearance- Black with a small tan head that disipates to a film on the top.

Smell- Lots of dark chocolate aroma. Some vanilla and roasted malts, as well.

Taste- Dark Chocolate and tabacco. Little alcohol. Also some of the affore mentioned vanilla and roasted malts.

Mouthfeel- Nice, thick, and creamy feel. It gets very sweet and sticky when it warms.

Overall- This is a nice Imperial Stout. This is what I think of when I think about an imperial stout. The only thing I would say is that I would like it to be a little more interesting. Maybe a fresh bottle would be what I am looking for. I would like to try more from this brewery.

Serving type: bottle

05-06-2011 03:57:11 | More by MADhombrewer

sweemzander

Illinois

2.65/5  rDev -31.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 2.5

12oz. bottle poured into an imperial pint. 2009 Vintage. Bottle #690. Thanks to AleLovinRuskie for the extra!

(A)- Pours a fairly thick pitch black color. Produced some tan bubbles.

(S)- Very dry. Bits of raisin, molasses, and cocoa.

(T)- Similar to the smell. It just oozes raisin and molasses with subtle hints of cocoa. Finishes in a strange nutty metallic flavor.

(M)- A very subtle carbonation level. Rather thin on flavor, but very thick in texture even for the style. Rather bitter. It is rather mellow despite the ABV.

(D)- An alright stout. What it lacks in flavor it sure makes up for in an almost syrupy thickness.

Serving type: bottle

04-17-2011 16:47:53 | More by sweemzander

jwinship83

Illinois

4.08/5  rDev +5.4%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

2009 bottle picked up as a single in boston for $5.95. first time trying anything from this brewery. drank from my trusty stone IRS snifter.

A- the pour is an opaque black body with a finger and a half of coffee colored head on top. small rings of lacing are left on the sides of my glass.

S- the first thing i can pick out of the nose are roasted malts. lots of dark and milk chocolate follow that. a little bit of raisin and cherry. very little detectable alcohol.

T- the taste starts out with some darkly roasted malts. after that i get a plethora of chocolate, both dark and milk. there are some slight fruity notes (raisin and cherry) that sneak in towards the end. coffee and earthy hops on the finish. the alcohol is very well hidden.

M- this is a full bodied and chewy beer. palate coating. there is a slight warming from the alcohol.

D- easy to finish, and i wish that i had grabbed another one of these to take home with me. i wish i could check back in on it in a few years to see what time would have done to it.

Serving type: bottle

03-20-2011 04:10:32 | More by jwinship83

brew3crew

Ohio

3.38/5  rDev -12.7%
look: 4.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Thanks to urbancaver on this wonderful spring afternoon.
Bottle number 957. 2009 vintage

A-motor oil black. Love it. Tan head that disapates quickly
S-roasty malts, but very faint
T-roasted malt with a little bit of chocolate. Maybe this wasn't aged right?
M-thin bodied and smooth
D-fairly drinkable. Not that I would want to drink it that fast. Not bad for the abv however.

Serving type: bottle

02-18-2011 19:23:30 | More by brew3crew

Urbancaver

Ohio

3.38/5  rDev -12.7%
look: 4.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 4

Bottle 957 2009 bottle

Pours thick thick thick! A decent amount of brown head. The pour looks excellent. Smells roasty and malty. Not particularly potent. Tastes dry and malty. Very little roasted characteristics. Thin especially considering how thick the pour looks. Low carbonation as expected and fairly drinkable. Overall disappointing and not something I would drink again

Serving type: bottle

02-18-2011 19:22:23 | More by Urbancaver