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Nectar Ales Black Xantus

Submitted by eric.mckay on Thu, 09/17/2009 - 2:04pm
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Product - Nectar Ales Black Xantus
Brewed By: 
Nectar Ales
Self-Defined Style: 
Russian Imperial Stout
Specifications
Strength (ABV): 
13.0% ABV
Color (SRM): 
42º L
Bitterness (IBU): 
50 IBU

Black Xantus (pronounced Zantis) is truly a unique bird. An Imperial Stout aged in American oak barrels, infused with fresh organic/ fair-trade coffee from our local coffee roaster, Joe Bella. This special, limited release beer bursts with bourbon and espresso aromas leading into chocolate and black cherry flavor. It’s 13% ABV is softened by time in barrels which also contributes to the beer’s appeal. We are very proud of this new addition to the Nectar Ales family.

Special Attributes: 
Big Beer (+8.0% ABV)
Special Attributes: 
Dessert Beer
Special Attributes: 
Digestif
Special Attributes: 
Imperial Style Beer
Special Attributes: 
Vintage Beer (Evolves with Age)
Availability
Seasonal Availability: 
Limited Release
Cases: 
12pk/22 oz. Bottles

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Nectar Ales Black Xantus Tasting Notes

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Submitted by somper on Mon, 04/19/2010 - 11:30am.

Bottles. Pours pitch black. Big, thick beige head. Pungent aroma of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and some bourbon. Flavor is deep: Rich, burnt malt gives strong coffee and chocolate notes. Also some vanilla and overripe dark fruits. Roasty, tobacco finish. Huge body, oily, thick, smooth. Really great beer.