Samuel Adams: Five Crown Imperial Stout

Today’s beer review comes out of Boston, Ma. from the Boston Beer Co. also known as Samuel Adams it’s 1 of the 3 beers from their 2012 longshot 6 pack. Five Crown Imperial Stout is a 8.9% abv Russian Imperial Stout from Long Shot winner Joe Formanek. Samuel Adams website www.samueladams.com states: For the past 15 years, Joe has been brewing his Russian Imperial Stout. This malt-forward brew has a rich complexity, with roasty and chocolate notes, yet enough hop bitterness to balance out the sweetness. This satisfying winter brew is full-bodied with an enjoyable velvety smoothness.