Mikkeller Beer Geek Breakfast Stout
The coolest thing about Mikkeller is that it was originally 2 guys who were home-brewing and decided to move to a larger stage . They began to rent out space at breweries to create large batches. Now it is down to one guy, Mikkel Borg Bjergsø, who brews alone in breweries around Denmark (his home), Europe, and the U.S. But...
Have you ou ever had that friend that didn’t shut up? Who thought they were the best? The thing about them that everyone quickly realized was that, while they were good enough to get away with the trash talk, they were no where near the best. While I really respect Mikkeller, that’s kind of how this beer is.
Don’t get me wrong, this kid can play in the big leagues; it’s a great beer, with an awesome smell, and balanced flavor. I really enjoyed this beer despite the fact that I was drinking a stout on a day where the temperature was pushing a hundred and the air was more humid than a rain forest.
The reason I compare this beer to the friend that talks too much is ‘cause of the price tag. It’s usually $15+ at the cheapest. While it’s a great beer, 15+ dollars for a 16 oz beer is just a bit on the crazy side. Drop that price, cut the unnecessary hype, and this beer is a thing of beauty.
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Mikkeller, Beer Geek Breakfast Stout
Nøgne Ø, Norway.
ABV% 7.50
Beer Style: Imperial Stout
Appearance: Dark Brown, little translucence, think dark brown head
Aromatics: Smelled of coffee and roasted/burnt flavors, malty
Taste: Strong coffee flavor, hint of malty sweetness, and bitter chocolate
Notes: This beer was rough on a day pushing 100 degrees, it was a good beer but I expected more from the hype and the price
Score: 80
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