Our Score: 97/100
My Take On Narrow Gauge Brewing Peanut Butter & Stout
First off, let’s just take a minute to appreciate the audacious brilliance of combining peanut butter with stout. This stout takes your regular stout and injects an exciting twist. It scores a whopping 97/100 and with good reason. Highest scores went to Aroma which bagged 12, closely followed by flavor with 19, mouthfeel at 5 and appearance at 3. Yes, visually it might not be as appealing as some other brews, but don’t be fooled! This imperial stout packs quite a punch.
The Brewers’ Perspective
According to the brewers, it’s an “Imperial Stout” brewed with lactose, peanuts, and peanut butter. I found this claim intriguing and let’s just say, it did not disappoint. The stout is hefty, viscous and never shies away from delivering intense flavours in each sip.
Sensory Experience
The experience of drinking this elixir is akin to a sensory feast. It begins with an intoxicating aroma blend of rich peanut butter, warm chocolate, sweet caramel, dark fruit and a surprising whiff of mashed banana. It sets the stage for the flavor ride the stout is about to take you on.
Flavor Notes
The taste of this stout really does deliver on the promise of its aroma. There’s a boldness to the peanuts, hazelnuts and chocolate. It’s bold, decadent, and very reminiscent of Cap’n Crunch cereal. There are also subtler notes of strawberry and dark fruit, adding an unexpected but delightful twist. A softly bitter dark chocolate streak helps maintain the semi-serious character of this stout. However, it does lean towards being sweet towards the end, which can be slightly cloying. The reassuringly accurate alcoholic warmth is like the perfect closing note to this aromatic symphony.
The Editor’s Verdict
The editors found the nose, deep roasted peanuts, to be the replacement for the typical coffee/licorice note, which gave the drink an earthy richness. They describe the sip to be ‘smooth peanut butter with substantial chocolate’ – painting a picture of dark chocolate peanut truffles. Steering clear from sweet milk chocolate and peanut-butter candy clichés was certainly a smart move. The low-key flavour, light caramel and cereal grain managed to weave together a persuasive and cohesive story that one can only call satisfying.
Conclusion
Narrow Gauge Brewing Peanut Butter & Stout stout is quite the experience. It takes you on a journey of flavors, starting with a complex and enticing aroma that tempts your senses, followed by an array of tastes that are both bold and distinctive. Despite being somewhat sweet, it maintains a balanced profile overall. Highly recommended for stout aficionados and those who like to sample adventurous brews. If anything, the 97/100 score speaks for itself.
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This comment showcases a personal opinion on the beer, highlighting its unique and bold combination of peanut butter and stout flavors. It also acknowledges the high score received and gives a brief insight into the perspective of the brewers. Overall, it presents a positive and enthusiastic take on the beer.
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I couldn’t agree more with the high score given to this stout. From its aroma to its mouthfeel, everything about this beer is bold and delicious. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and bitter with a smooth texture that keeps you wanting more. I highly recommend giving Narrow Gauge Brewing Peanut Butter & Stout a try, it’s a real treat for the taste buds.
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Overall, I highly recommend trying out this unique and bold beer from Narrow Gauge Brewing. The high score of 97/100 speaks for itself and I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Cheers to daring and delicious brews like this one!
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Overall, I highly recommend giving Narrow Gauge Brewing Peanut Butter & Stout a try. It’s unique, bold and certainly deserves its high score of 97/100. Cheers!