Ballast Point Sea Monster Stout

From Ballast Point Brewing – From the deep dark depths of our Brewmaster’s imagination comes this rich and monstrous oatmeal stout. Our Sea Monster embodies all that the true dark beer aficionado will appreciate: roasted coffee notes, with hints of bittersweet chocolate and currant flavors all brought together by a perfect hop balance. Don’t fear the Monster! Our Robust Series gives all beer lovers an opportunity to try our most rare beers, previously available only on draft at select tap houses. Enjoy!

Ballast Point Brewing – Ballast Point Sea Monster Stout – 22 oz. bottle poured into a goblet. 8% abv. Purchased at Whole Foods Market Pasadena, CA.

Appearance: Pours a dark reddish brown with a creamy dense tan head.

Aroma: Roasty cereal like malts and a touch of vanilla.

Taste: Burnt and roasted malt, real vanilla. Finishes with a nice hop bitterness.

Mouthfeel: Thick and silky.

Overall: Pretty awesome, very balanced, and very flavorful.