The second release in Hoppy People's Zebra series is a beer for the patient drinker - a heavy, dark stout that asks to be sipped for hours, not poured quickly into the glass.
Expert description of Hoppy People Zebra II Barrel Aged Imperial Stout
Hoppy People Zebra II is the second release in the Swiss brewery's experimental Zebra series, where each batch is aged uniquely in its own barrel. At 16.6% alcohol with an Untappd rating of 4.54, this is a barrel-aged Imperial Stout brewed for the seasoned stout enthusiast seeking depth and massive body over refined subtlety.
The colour is jet-black with a dense, dark head, and the aroma comes through quickly with roasted malt, dark chocolate, vanilla, oak and a distinct spirit warmth from the barrel ageing. The flavour is powerful and layered - burnt caramel, coffee, dried fruit and barrel character play together in a silky mouthfeel, and the alcohol lends both warmth and structure without overwhelming the taste.
Zebra II should be enjoyed slowly, ideally at 12-14°C, where the wine-like and woody nuances from the barrel get room to unfold.
Tasting Notes
Aroma
Roasted malt, dark chocolate, vanilla, oak and spirit warmth.
Taste
Burnt caramel, coffee, dried fruit and pronounced barrel character.
Finish
Long, warming and woody with wine-like nuances.
Specifications
Name: Zebra II
Brewery: Hoppy People
Country/Region: Sierre, Switzerland
Beer Style: Barrel Aged Imperial Stout
ABV: 16.6%
Size: 33 CL
Allergens: Contains barley malt
Serving Suggestion: Enjoy slowly at 12-14°C, ideally to close out the evening or for sharing
Flavour Profile
Barrel-aged · Powerful · Wine-like · Warming
Did You Know?
Zebra II earned an Untappd rating of 4.54, placing it among the highest-rated releases in Hoppy People's entire Zebra series.
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