Benji's Chipotle Smoked Imperial Porter - Tyranena Brewing Company

jaasen64

Massachusetts

4/5  rDev -1.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

12oz bottle poured into Gandhi-Bot snifter. Thanks Josh (thebigredone) for this! Served just below cellar temperature and reviewed live with a full pour.

A- Pours a dark mahogany brown that appears a pitch black in the glass, about a quarter finger's worth of creamy mocha brown head appears that slowly fades to a thin layer, about average carbonation of consistent rising bubbles.

S- Dark chocolate, some spicy peppers, light smokiness on the back-end, about average aroma strength, decently balanced with the peppers maybe coming through slightly more especially as it warms.

T- Dark chocolate, lightly roasted malts, and balanced chipotle peppers come through on the front end. On the finish the smokiness comes through more with a richer dark chocolate taste and some lingering peppers. Overall well balanced, tasty, and unique.

M- Medium bodied, slightly silky, very drinkable, fairly robust (although definitely not the most robust porter I've had), decent carbonation.

O- This was a pretty nice unique beer from Tyranena and definitely did not disappoint. It had the qualities of a decently solid porter with a unique twist with the addition of the chipotle peppers and smokiness to give it further complexity and flavor while not adding too much spicy heat or dominating the profile. Overall this was pretty solid and I would definitely drink it again, but by no means was it mind-blowing. Definitely worth trying if you get the chance.

Serving type: bottle

05-12-2013 20:35:14 | More by jaasen64

brewtus

Ohio

4.25/5  rDev +4.9%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25

Pours black with an off white two finger head. Smell is smokey, chocolate, woody, some dark fruits. tastes is smokey, dark malts,some vanilla, chocolate, hint of this chipotle peppers. Overall it's a great smoked porter with a nice smooth texture but I wish it was spicy, you get some pepper it no heat, I want heat in a beer made with peppers. This beer was very enjoyable, glad I got to try it.

Serving type: bottle

05-02-2013 01:54:03 | More by brewtus

secondtooth

Indiana

4.38/5  rDev +8.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25

Pours nearly black, w ith ruby highlights. Head is thick and sudsy, and tan in color. Lace is loopy and erratic.

Aroma? I get spicy pepper and cocoa. There's a little smoke in there, too, somehow. Very nice!

Body is silky smooth, and very nice. Plenty of cocoa and smoke in the taste. The chipotle pepper comes in later near the finish, but remains subtle, and only adds to the distinctive and unique flavor profile.

A very delicious and complex porter with nuance and high drinkability. Recommended!

Serving type: bottle

04-13-2013 23:19:55 | More by secondtooth

rlee1390

Indiana

4.05/5  rDev 0%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

A-Black in the glass, one finger off white head, clear brown when pouring.

S-Smoke, spices, roasted malt, coffee and chocolate.

T-Some smoke, good deal of spiciness, roasted malt, some coffee, not much chocolate though.

M-Lighter, not much carbonation and a tad watery.

O-One of Tyranena's better brews, their Brewers Gone Wild series seems to be worth checking out when news ones are released.

Serving type: bottle

04-11-2013 21:45:04 | More by rlee1390

TheSSG

Illinois

4.03/5  rDev -0.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

Pours a nice, dense, tan head. Acidic, toasted notes with a touch of chiles. Black. Starts acidic and roasted with notes of coffee and chocolate with a nice smokey backing to it.. Builds to a low-medium bitterness and the malt comes in through the finish. A TOUCH of poblano makes its way in.

Overall, a VERY nice Imperial Porter that is smoked.
Poblano? Yeah, sure, I guess....
I think the smoke adds an opaque layer of complexity that keeps the mild poblano from shining.

Serving type: bottle

03-30-2013 23:46:55 | More by TheSSG

RickS95

Indiana

4.38/5  rDev +8.1%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5

Extremely dark pour, almost black with just some lighter brown shades sneaking out the sides. The head is about as dark a brown as I've seen. Darker than tan, kind of a fawn color. The head cascades in formation and ends up looking very much like an A&W Root Beer pour. A couple fingers thick and long-lasting. It's very foamy and plasters its lace against the glass.

Scent is one dimensional...dark. It's very malty and the smokiness, while not offensive, makes its presence known immediately. As it warms, the chipotle peppers become more aggressive in the nose.

Taste follows the lead of the nose, only better. Very malty, a bit of chocolate, and a kick from the peppers. Just enough smoke to be pleasant.

Lots happening. Very smooth and creamy. Medium to full bodied. Some heat from the alcohol and peppers. Smoke is there from the beginning. Not dry or crisp, leaves you wet and licking your lips, but still wanting more.

My second Tyranena beer and I'm a fan. Very easy to drink, alcohol is well hidden. All the ingredients work very well together making a nice drinking experience.

Serving type: bottle

02-25-2013 03:57:05 | More by RickS95

PaterMorse

Indiana

4.35/5  rDev +7.4%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Great chocolate opening, spicy tongue finish. Memorable, fun, complex. Bravo!

A: Pours black; but top 1/4" remains a thin watery layer. Head looks like a rootbeer float; dissipating all too quickly (but leaving a wide lace dusting). Big suds stick to side. Nice enough; but appearance s only aspect that's not all that special about the beer.

S: Interesting! Cocoa powder meets bacon & bite. Roasted, like blackened jelly toast with butter. Don't sense the pepper in the aroma, but do on the taste (and especially the "walk away").

T: Disarming. Simultaneously sweet, smooth, and bitter (with a bite). Chocolate notes, smooth like ice cream. Has some real spice to it. Earthy feel meets chocolate sundae. Light peppery aftertaste.

M: Medium body. The "swish" actually helps brng forth the bacon & pepper... and the heat. Thick hold-together.

O: Very interesting, very fun little beer. Smoky chocho on the front end, Steak N Shake peppers on the back. Probably a beer I'd limit to once in a sittng; but I'd surely repeat that sitting again and again. A fun experience.

Repeat? Definately. Again, not in the same sittng; and maybe not on a weekly rotation. But I think I'll have a few on hand at all times to share the experience with other newbies and to capitalize on those occasions where such a unque (and good) beer will, alone, do the trick. [NOTE: I don't mean to suggest it's overly unique or really limited; one certainly could enjoy a few of these at once or on a regular rotation. The non-spicy aspect of this porter is impressive in its own right.]

Where Best? Tailgates. Campire, hayrides. Just prior to heading out for the evening. State Fairs!

Two Word Description: Either "Spicy Sundae" or "Chocolate Bacon"

Serving type: bottle

02-25-2013 01:34:01 | More by PaterMorse

BarryMFBurton

Indiana

4.06/5  rDev +0.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

I’ve been enjoying this series so far – nothing I’ve had has let me down.

Brewed a month before the date of this tasting (“BOTTLED ON 17 JAN 13”).

A: Dark chocolate brown, letting absolutely no light through. Rising to a full inch is a head of tan cream, falling slowly to a fizzy retention – in its wake is foamy lacing tracing all the edge of the glass.

S: Cocoa powder and smoky chipotle pepper aromas emanate from the body with force – earthy sweetness with a natural spice (not just hot sauce and chocolate). The smoke is enhanced with tones of campfire and bacon, a testament to malt dried over an open flame. Slight mineral tones toward the back end conjure images of a British porter, or with all the smoke, a Bamberg rauchbier.

T: Immediate tastes of milk chocolate and vanilla ice cream – a full helping of sweetness – before the tastes evolve into smoky complexity. Burnt sugar and roasted wood lend that campfire character to the palate in a slightly drying manner, assisted in bitterness by a mild, grassy hoppiness. Overall, chocolate rules the palate, but it’s in no way the only big flavor. Tastes of wet oak round out the palate, though a final kick of what tastes like red pepper flakes is able to sneak its way through.

M: Creamy carbonation and a full body give this a chewy mouthfeel; it definitely feels bigger than a 7.5% porter. A slight bit of heat is apparent, likely from the peppers – a welcome change from the norm within this style.

O: This is just one of those beers that’s a blast to drink. A smoked beer with chipotle, the ultimate smoky pepper: here, Tyranena shows that this is a combination that doesn’t just work on paper. Good, interesting beer.

Serving type: bottle

02-19-2013 04:13:03 | More by BarryMFBurton

bsp77

Minnesota

4.03/5  rDev -0.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4

Serving glass: Poured from bottle into Imperial Pint.

Appearance: Very dark brown with thin tan colored head and wispy lacing.

Smell: Chocolate, molasses, smoke and some heat, which I can't tell if it is from the chipotles or the booze.

Taste: Slightly smoky Porter with a balanced mix of chocolate, molasses and roasted notes. The finish has some very light pepper notes, along with an unexpected sweetness that may also be the chipotle.

Feel: Medium to full body with low carbonation. Fairly creamy and smooth.

Overall: This is a nicely balanced and flavorful big Porter. I had expected that the smoke and/or chipotle would be more noticeable, which would have made this a little more memorable. Still, it is damn tasty.

Serving type: bottle

02-08-2013 01:45:25 | More by bsp77

scruffwhor

Illinois

3.9/5  rDev -3.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

Opaque black and dark brown color. Two finger light brown head that recedes to a thin film of foam that eventually fades away. A little tan lacing sticks to my glass after each sip.

Great roasted mlat aroma of black bread crust chocolate, cocoa, coffee with just a hint of smokiness. Wouldn't think there were any chipotle peppers in this beer from the smell.

Roasty, bitter roasted malt. Coffee and dark chocolate play around nicely. The start has some chipotle smokiness. The middle is void of any smoke, but the finish is roasty. Add to that peppery, smokey chipotle and chocolate. Palate is dry and a little grainy. Good porter worth trying for sure.

Serving type: bottle

02-02-2013 01:13:18 | More by scruffwhor

drabmuh

Maryland

3.65/5  rDev -9.9%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

At the time of this review, this is the #44 top beer in the category "American Porter". Served in a New Belgium globe glass.

Beer is black and hazy with a lazy thin brown head, no lacing, low carbonation, looks fine.

Aroma is sweet and spicy, nice mixture of malt, chocolate, milk, chiles, very nice aroma. Minimal smoke.

Beer is mildly smokey, a little sweet, a little dry on the finish, chocolate, chili, mild spice, good but not great. I won't have another.

Serving type: bottle

01-24-2012 03:27:53 | More by drabmuh

oline73

Maryland

4/5  rDev -1.2%
look: 3 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

Poured from a bottle into a Unibroue goblet.

Appearance: Pours a murky very dark brown with a half finger of tan head that goes away completely.

Smell: Smokey and roasty with a mild amount of sweetness. Definitely getting the peppers along with some dark fruit.

Taste: Picking up smoke and roast right off the bat. Then the chipotle peppers show up along with some dark chocolate. The finish is slightly bitter and roasty from the malt.

Mouthfeel: The body is on the thick side of medium with very smooth carbonation and a dry finish.

Overall: I enjoyed this one a lot. The roast and chocolate notes go very well with the peppers. I would definitely have another.

Serving type: bottle

11-06-2011 23:04:59 | More by oline73

twiggamortis420

Texas

4.1/5  rDev +1.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

12 oz bottle courtesy of Brees6221, thanks! Pours a rich, thick black color with a fine-bubbled brown head that needed some coaxing to reach a good 2 fingers or so. Lasts a good while and leaves some spotty lacing.

Nose is big on the chipotle! Smells almost just like a freshly opened can of chipotle sauce or peppers in adobo sauce. Nice. Chocolate is noticeable but it definitely takes a backseat to the rich, salty and spicy smoked jalapenos.

Taste is much more beery and sweet with chocolate and roasty malt coming out nicely. The peppers dont contribute much heat and the spice notes are subtle. Plenty of flavor from the peppers come through though. Some hops are even detectable, both flavoring and bittering. Moderate fruitiness throws some plum notes out as it warms and adds to the complexity. Not bad at all, probably the best chipotle beer I have had so far. I have been thoroughly impressed with the BGW series from Tyranena, I think this is the third installment of the series I have had the pleasure of trying. Much thanks Rad Racer, this was a great addition to the Hotter than Hot BIF!

Serving type: bottle

10-27-2011 00:07:19 | More by twiggamortis420

CrellMoset

Virginia

4.1/5  rDev +1.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

12 oz. stubby bottle courtesy of a trader whose name I don't remember - thank you, whoever you were! Poured in to my brand new wide-mouthed snifter.

Appearance: A pleasantly dark but not pitch black bodied brew with a good half finger of uniform tan head.

Aroma: Rich and aromatic, with a slew of peppery cocoa.

Taste: Better in the aroma than in the mouth, this one seems to have faded a little. A standard (maybe even mild) porter, with faint bittersweet cocoa, hints of charcoal, and lots of neutral, biscuity, but darker notes. Pepper is noticeable, cayenne-like in places, with the faintest bit of heat and a nice earthiness that compliments the cocoa well but probably complimented it better when. As it warms, the spice gets hotter (no pun intended), stepping up to balance the cocoa nicely.

Mouthfeel: Smooth, mellow, with minimal carbonation, but enough that it doesn't come across as flat or unlively. Part of that is the age on the bottle, I imagine, but I think all things considered the effervescence on this one is about right - I don't want carbonated heat.

Drinkability: An excellent beer, though one that's beginning to fade just a little with age, I do believe. Low enough in abv% that I could have gone back for a second.

Serving type: bottle

10-11-2011 05:01:48 | More by CrellMoset

zeledonia

Minnesota

4.38/5  rDev +8.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4.5

Bottled 24 Feb 2010. Unfortunately didn't get to try it fresher, but curious to see how it's held up.

Pours essentially black, but dark brown at the edges with light behind it. Minimal medium-tan head; even an aggressive pour couldn't bring many bubbles out of it.

Smell is everything it's billed to be - porter, smoke, and a bit of chile pepper. These are in really nice balance, and all meld together. Smoke, dark roasted malts, smoky pepper. It's like minor variations on a theme, and I like it.

Taste is really good. It reminds me a lot of Deschutes Black Butte XXIII, though that's probably the pepper talking. But this beer is lighter and better balanced (at least vs. BBXXIII fresh). The porter flavors are solid, with dark chocolate, some smoke, a little bitter. And then there's the chipotle, dancing with those darker flavors, bringing the lightness and pop such beers so often need. I really like it.

Mouthfeel is a mixed bag. Body is nice - starts out medium, but feels thicker and chewier as it rolls around my mouth. A little flat, though, as expected from the appearance. Very low carbonation, would be better with a bit more. Long loose finish.

A very tasty porter. The chipotle pepper works really well, and the rest of the beer would be great even without that. Main complaints are the appearance and mouthfeel, both of which could do with a little more fizz.

Serving type: bottle

08-28-2011 01:45:12 | More by zeledonia

Wadsey

Indiana

3.53/5  rDev -12.8%
look: 3 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

Benji's Smoked Imperial Porter

Served in New Belgium globe glass

A: Pours deep brown/black with two-inch tan head that demonstrates little retention. 

S: Chocolate milk shake with spicy peppers. Additional aromas include black pepper, earth, smoke and some morning blend coffee.

T: Sweet milk chocolate and roasted malts mixed with spicy peppers. Smoked malts are more evident in taste and add a pleasant layer to flavor. Medium bitterness. Finish is somewhat harsh with bitterness and heat talking over. Quite drying, too. 

M: Medium body with medium-light carbonation  Thin but smooth. 

O: Clearly, the finish and the body of Benji's Smoked imperial Porter hurt the beer. With that said, it packs big flavor in a low abv package, which always rates well with me. 

Serving type: bottle

08-08-2011 04:17:45 | More by Wadsey

mikesgroove

South Carolina

4.35/5  rDev +7.4%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

dark brown porter emerged from the bottle with a huge billowing four inch head of foam in its wake. Enormous retention left this one hanging back for what seemed like forever, and even after it started to settle,

Started out very sweet, with nice notes of chocolate and sugar running through it. Not at all what I was expecting. Some touches of vanilla and a bit of coffee as well coming through. There was a slight bit of pepper way in the back but it was not dominating by any means.Sweet milk chocolate and sugar a tingle on the tongue, a warming in the throat and a fire in the belly. Subtly the chili comes through, warming you as it goes, but by no means is this too big. This is perfectly blended in the flavor, rising subtly to a crescendo that then backs down as easy as it came up

Serving type: bottle

08-03-2011 21:30:44 | More by mikesgroove

Duff27

Illinois

4.33/5  rDev +6.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

A- Thin mocha head on top of a dark brown opaque beer. Good head retention and some lacing.

S- Chipotle peppers in the nose. Woooo.

T- Your avage Tyranena porters base with a "warming" pepper aftertaste. Unmistakeable.

M- Very smooth and creamy. Good carbonation.

D/O- Probably the best pepper-inspired beer I've reviewed to date. Would stop after one of these but that keeps it special. Tyranena knows porters and with Benji's they've melded a great tasting porter with the perfect amount of pepper heat.

Serving type: bottle

07-23-2011 04:47:50 | More by Duff27

fdkayti

Illinois

3.9/5  rDev -3.7%
look: 3 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

A- Dark dark brown with khaki ring around the top. A solid wall of porter. Clings to the side of the glass for a moment and then slides down to join itself.

S-Tickles in the nosey. Pepper for sure, but not overpowering. Chocolate, too. Per usual.

T- Like a jalapeno fudge I once had in New Glarus, WI. Starts off silky smooth chocolate/roasty malts and ends with a touch of heat that makes you remember what you're drinking.

MF- Medium-heavy, normal carbonation. Feels good on the palate.

O/D- A real treat for a girl who likes her spice. Not something I'd have more than one of, but enjoyable.

Serving type: bottle

07-23-2011 03:56:52 | More by fdkayti

TheManiacalOne

Rhode Island

4/5  rDev -1.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Acquired from HogWildLiquor courtesy of Secret Santa 2010, so a big “Thank You” goes out to him. Poured from a 12oz bottle into a US tumbler pint glass.

A: The beer is a deep black color, with a thin off-white head that fades slowly and leaves a thin lace on the glass.

S: The aroma contains rich coffee, roasted malts, touches of fruit and hops but I did not detect much smokiness or any chipotle pepper.

T: The taste starts out with a very hearty roasted malt character followed by some smokiness and sweet flavors of coffee and chocolate. The hops presence is very mild but is right where it should be for this beer. As for the chipotle, it seems to only peek its way through into the slightly smoky and slightly sweet after-taste. However the heat gradually builds as you drink the beer.

M: Crisp and smooth, medium body, medium carbonation, finish is slightly sticky.

D: Tasty, goes down easily, not too filling, good kick, good representation of style, rather than add a seemingly odd flavor to the beer, the chipotle seems like it enhances the smokiness. Overall it’s a good beer to drink for a while.

Serving type: bottle

06-22-2011 04:35:17 | More by TheManiacalOne

smm

Minnesota

3.68/5  rDev -9.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

A- Pours a deep brown with a thin John Waters-esq dark tan head.

B- Smells boozy and smokey. Big wafts of red meat.

T- Roasted malts and bitterness, dark chocolate and chipotle kind of lay back underneath the smokiness. No real spicy kick comes through which I was kind of hoping for, very subtle on the back of the tongue and throat. Alcohol isn't really present either which is nice.

M- Medium body, very dry finish.

O- Cost to experience doesn't really match up for me. Its a nice brew but didn't really blow my socks off.

Serving type: bottle

06-10-2011 18:04:12 | More by smm

vande

Illinois

4.28/5  rDev +5.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

A = Dark as night... a deep blackish-brown in color with a very light dirty lace

S = smoky malts...peppery spice

T = Kinda reminds me of Fore by darkhorse...smokey, very pleasent

M = Creamy..soft..easy to sip

O = Tasty. Sad I had only one. Glad I was able to try it though!

Serving type: bottle

05-15-2011 06:39:16 | More by vande

soze47

Massachusetts

4.05/5  rDev 0%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

12 oz. bottle that I squirreled away on a trip to the midwest over the holidays. Not sure if this one benefitted from age or not, but I wanted to give it a whirl.

Appearance: Very dark brown, almost pitch black. I got absolutely no head on the pour, but the body is very viscous looking. It sticks to the glass like water treatment.

Aroma: Not very strong overall, but like many big bodied beers, it opens up with a little warmth. I get a really strong roasted malt quality first. Coffee and bitter chocolate are most immediate, but I do pick up some smoke and spiciness on the nose too. I little note of dark fruits and cherries comes out after it really warms up. Not too impressive, but intriguing.

Taste: So a smoked flavor definitely comes into play on the taste. This is like mole sauce in a beer, only slightly less sticky. I get a great chocolate/espresso bitterness with an almost hickory accent. Instead of a hop bitterness on the linger, you get a spicy heat that is hard to define. Is it the peppers or the booze?

Mouthfeel: This is a thick ass beer. I guess it is more like a porter in flavor, but it is as heavy and viscous as most imperial stouts. However, this is a beer that should be savored over a long period of time to enjoy its nuances. It could stand to be a bit thiner, but it works as is.

Drinkability: A one hit wonder for sure. I'm glad it is a 12 ozer. I could easily see one of these guys as a great night cap, perhaps after a night of steak or pork chops.

Overall: I liked this beer, but it was much heavier than expected. It evolves throughout the pour and the heat accumulates to a great palette awakener.

Serving type: bottle

05-01-2011 03:59:42 | More by soze47

hopsbreath

Oregon

4.2/5  rDev +3.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

Thanks again to zimmerbloke. 12 ounce bottle poured into my Portsmouth snifter.

A: Dark ruby brown yet translucent to direct light. A couple fingers of cinnamon head sit atop the body. That recedes to a glass ring with no lacing. However, syrupy legs dangle down the glass every time I take a draw. Those legs are what do it. I'm already intrigued. 4/5

S: Smoked beers are some of my favorites. Aromas of cured meat and campfire dominate at this point. Sweet cherries and other dark fruits are welcome secondary characteristics. I'm literally drooling already. 4.5/5

T: Again with the Slim Jim dynamic. Some smokey cocoa is there. I don't think I could identify the pepper if I didn't know it was already there. Since its presence is reported on the label though, I'm going to say I recognize the very slight amount of heat on the finish as the chipotle. Everything just works so well together. 4/5

M: Thick, low carbed, oily, and lightly sticky. It drinks bigger than the 7.5% ABV, and I like it. 4/5

O: Now that's a good porter. Quite possibly one of my favorites to date. Instantly memorable for this fan of smoked beer. 4.5/5

Serving type: bottle

04-16-2011 05:00:54 | More by hopsbreath

robwestcott

Indiana

3.45/5  rDev -14.8%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3

poured relatively aggressively and cold from the bottle near pitch black to a surly darkness 10oz goblet with a 1/2 finger short lasting off white head

aroma of smoke and peppers, as advertised.

hmmm... smoky, and peppery hot, leaving a chipotle hot tingle on the tongue. its an interesting brew, though at first blush, its a bit disconcerting.

thin for the style, light bodied, pepper hot.

drinkable - one and done.

overall - A for effort. C for taste.

Serving type: bottle

04-09-2011 19:58:24 | More by robwestcott