Storm King Stout - Victory Brewing Company

Ralphus

Ontario (Canada)

4.22/5  rDev +2.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 4

Is there anything more enjoyable than free beer? There is, free and excellent beer. I have only had the opportunity to experience this once and my Victory Storm King was it.

I was seated at Pizza Paradiso in DC enjoying a fine night of drinking when I requested a Storm King. While taking a break the waiter came over and told me they didn't have in the cooler and would be ok it was set on ice until I returned? I was, and when I returned and the waiter poured it I was told that it was on the house. I don't think I've ever had wood so close to a man before.

Storm King poured an attractive jet black. The tan head receded to a cap of foam that provided ample lacing. I really enjoyed the nose on this one.. lots of dark fruit, espresso and smoke flavouring. Wonderful. The taste was also a standout. Rich dark chocolate and espresso in a near perfect balance. No taste of alcohol was found.

Mouthfeel was just ok though. I found that it lacked the velvetty smoothness I was expecting (and found in other world class imperial stouts), but all things considered this is a minor nitpick. Storm king is a hell of a beer.

Serving type: bottle

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