Brew York State of Mind 2025 BA S'mores Empress Tonkoko Tonka Bean Imperial Milk Stout 33 cl 10.6%

Bourbon barrels from Buffalo Trace and Heaven Hill, marshmallow, tonka bean and coconut - Brew York from old England draws inspiration from the campfire s'more for this vintage release.

Expert description of Brew York State of Mind 2025 BA S'mores Empress Tonkoko

Brew York State of Mind 2025 BA S'mores Empress Tonkoko is a rich, bourbon barrel aged imperial milk stout from the English brewery Brew York in York, brewed with marshmallow, tonka bean, vanilla and coconut. The beer is part of the brewery's State of Mind series and is aged in bourbon barrels from Buffalo Trace and Heaven Hill among others, delivering complex notes of chocolate, toasted oak and caramel.

The soft, creamy texture is balanced by a warming 10.6% ABV, rounded off with a full, dessert-like finish - a vintage release made for slow enjoyment.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Marshmallow, tonka bean and sweet coconut.

Taste

Chocolate, toasted oak and caramel, carried by a creamy, soft texture.

Finish

Full and dessert-like, with warming bourbon sweetness.

Specifications

Name: State of Mind 2025 BA S'mores Empress Tonkoko
Brewery: Brew York
Country/Region: York, England
Beer Style: Imperial Milk Stout
ABV: 10.6%
Size: 33 CL
EAN: 5060751124702
Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed in small glasses at 10-12°C, as a dessert or with dark chocolate cake

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Full-bodied · Roasted · Dessert-like

Did You Know?

Brew York's State of Mind series is the brewery's platform for vintage releases aged in different types of bourbon barrels, with each batch given its own unique name and theme.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brew York State of Mind 2025 BA S'mores Empress Tonkoko

What does it taste like?

It tastes of chocolate, toasted oak and caramel, with marshmallow and coconut in the aroma and a full, dessert-like finish.

Is it worth it?

Yes, it's a complex vintage release aged in bourbon barrels from renowned distilleries, and a rare flavour experience for stout lovers.

How long can it be cellared?

As a bourbon barrel aged imperial stout, it holds up well to cellaring, where the flavour can continue to develop over time.

What food pairs well with it?

It works well as a dessert on its own or with a dark chocolate cake. Choose a wide beer glass to get the most out of the aromas.

Where does Brew York come from?

From the city of York in England, where the brewery runs both production and a popular beer hall.

What is an imperial milk stout?

A powerful, dark beer brewed with lactose for extra sweetness and a creamy body, often with a high alcohol content.