Consider this the amplified version of the already assertive Arrogant Bastard. Stone Double Bastard is an intensely rich and powerful American Strong Ale, boasting an even higher ABV and a more concentrated hop and malt profile. Expect a truly audacious and complex beer that's not for the timid.
Tasting Notes:
- Aroma: Explosive notes of pine resin, citrus peel (grapefruit, orange), dark fruit (raisins, figs), significant caramel and toffee malt sweetness, and a noticeable alcoholic warmth.
- Flavor: A massive wave of hop bitterness balanced by a deep and chewy malt complexity with flavors of caramel, toffee, and molasses. Notes of dark fruit intertwine with the assertive pine and citrus hop character.
- Mouthfeel: Full-bodied and viscous, with a warming sensation from the high alcohol content and moderate carbonation.
- Finish: Exceptionally long and lingering bitterness intertwined with a significant malty sweetness and a pronounced alcoholic warmth. This beer leaves a lasting impression.
