19 May 2019. At SWAFFF!, Brussels. Cheers Anke, Erwin & Ama Deke! Hazy black, lasting, small, foamy, dark beige head. Aroma of walnut, toast, earth, fondant, tobacco, red bell pepper, black olive, black pepper. Taste is light malty sweet, subtle chocolate & toast going into a medium roasted bitter core with toast, coffee, nuts; a peppery & olive-like umami edge already introduce a chili burn, becoming more apparent in the dry, earthy & peppery hoppy finish where toast, nuts & ash linger - chili reminding of Sambal Ulek, actually toning down the coffee liqueur-like alcohol warmth. Medium body, oily texture, soft carbonation. Chili works well here, although it's not the richest of Imperial Stouts.

24/05/2019 - sample @Brewdog Brussels Black colour, no head. Nose is gentle roast, spice. Taste is a bit thin, roasted, coffee, bit herbal, chili burn in the end.