Rockmill 4th Anniversary Aged Imperial Porter 50 cl 12%

Four years, one philosophy: more barrel, more depth, more time. Rockmill's anniversary porter isn't a celebration with confetti - it's a celebration with patience.

Expert description of Rockmill 4th Anniversary Aged Imperial Porter

4th Anniversary Aged Imperial Porter is a heavy, deep and celebration-worthy Imperial Porter at 12% from the Polish brewery Rockmill, brewed to mark the brewery's fourth anniversary. It builds on Rockmill's signature style: an uncompromising malt profile, long ageing and an almost dessert-like body, where barrel ageing adds warm notes of vanilla, caramel and dried fruit.

Rockmill is a Polish "gypsy" brewery from Gdańsk with no equipment of its own, instead brewing at established producers to focus fully on ingredients and barrel ageing. This anniversary release is made for enthusiasts who love heavy, barrel-aged porters with depth and complexity.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Massive dark chocolate, roasted malt and burnt sugar, with warm notes of vanilla, caramel and dried fruit from the barrel ageing.

Taste

Full-bodied, creamy and oily - almost liqueur-like - with bold espresso, molasses, dark raisins and bittersweet chocolate.

Finish

Long, intense and lingering, with notes of dark chocolate, toasted oak and a mild spiced warmth.

Specifications

Name: 4th Anniversary
Brewery: Rockmill
Country/Region: Poland
Beer style: Imperial Porter
ABV: 12%
Size: 50 CL
Allergens: Gluten (malt)
Serving suggestion: 12-14°C in a small snifter

Flavour Profile

Creamy · Roasted · Sweet · Intense

Did You Know?

Rockmill typically marks its anniversaries with specially barrel-aged releases rather than ordinary celebratory beers - a tradition that underscores the brewery's focus on slow, patient development over quick releases.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rockmill 4th Anniversary Aged Imperial Porter

Is Rockmill 4th Anniversary worth the money?

Yes, if you're a stout and porter enthusiast. This anniversary release shows Rockmill at its most ambitious, with a body and complexity that rivals far pricier specialty beers.

What does 4th Anniversary taste like?

It tastes of dark chocolate, espresso, molasses and dark raisins, with an almost liqueur-like texture and a long, intense finish.

What food pairs well with 4th Anniversary?

It works perfectly as an ending to a meal, alongside dark chocolate, or as a pure solo sipper.

What temperature should it be served at?

Serve it at 12-14°C in a small beer glass or snifter, ideally in small pours.

What is Rockmill known for as a brewery?

Rockmill is a Polish "gypsy brewery" from Gdańsk with no equipment of its own, known for uncompromising quality and long barrel ageing in its heaviest specialty beers.

Can 4th Anniversary be stored for a long time?

Yes, at 12% ABV with a heavy, barrel-aged profile it can easily be cellared for several years when stored cool and dark.