Blackout Brewing A Trip Inside a Separate Mind Maple Bourbon BA Imperial Stout Beer Specialty Beer 33 cl 11%
Blackout Brewing A Trip Inside a Separate Mind is a heavy, dark and intensely matured imperial stout where the sweetness of maple and the depth of bourbon barrels merge into a dense, dessert‑like whole. The beer appears almost black in the glass with a thick, oily texture that immediately hints at its powerful malt profile and pronounced barrel character.
The aroma is rich and sweet with clear notes of maple syrup, brown sugar, bourbon vanilla and dark chocolate. Beneath the first layers you find roasted malts, caramelised sugar and a gentle smoky warmth that adds depth and complexity.
The flavour is full‑bodied, creamy and almost syrupy. The dark malts deliver cocoa, espresso and molasses, while the rounded maple sweetness is balanced by the warmth, oak and lightly spiced undertones from the bourbon barrels. The 11% alcohol is noticeable but elegantly integrated, adding a pleasant warmth that ties the flavour layers together.
The finish is long, deep and persistent with notes of chocolate, vanilla, toasted oak and a sweet, warm bourbon character. It is a beer that invites slow sipping and rewards each taste with new nuances.
A Trip Inside a Separate Mind is crafted for stout enthusiasts seeking an intense, dessert‑like and barrel‑aged experience with both power and finesse. It works beautifully as a dessert beer or as a slow, contemplative enjoyment on its own.
• Brewery: Blackout Brewing
• Name: A Trip Inside a Separate Mind
• Country: Romania
• Alcohol: 11%
• 33 cl
• Other: Contains water, barley malt, hops and yeast.
