Three Floyds Dark Lord Aged in Cognac Barrels

Was very fortunate to have been in the right place at the right time.  A group of friends brought all the 2012 Barrel Aged Dark Lord Variants to the Rate Beer Summer Gathering Grand Tasting.

Three Floyds Brewing – Three Floyds Dark Lord Aged in Cognac Barrels – 22 oz. bottle poured into a goblet. 15% abv.

Appearance:  Pours a dark brown with a tan ring and tan swirls.

Aroma:  Big cognac, chocolate cereal, caramel.

Taste: Dusty chocolate, reduced cognac, coffee, dark fruit.

Mouthfeel:  Sticky,thick,soft carbonation.

Overall:  Very tasty and surprisingly different between the bourbon and brandy variations.  I like Dark Lord much better aged in a barrel than on it’s own.