Adroit Theory Brewing Co - Black As Your Soul: 10-Year Anniversary Edition

Ten years of darkness, decadence and deliciously uncompromising brewing! Black As Your Soul: 10-Year Anniversary Edition is a formidable 10% Imperial Stout from Virginia's acclaimed Adroit Theory Brewing Company, celebrating a decade of pushing the boundaries of American craft beer. Originally the very first beer brewed by Adroit Theory, the legendary B/A/Y/S (Black As Your Soul) has been completely reimagined for this special anniversary release. And in true Adroit Theory fashion, they've taken things to extraordinary extremes, crafting this magnificent monster using 10 different malt varieties and 10 different hop varieties. The result is a fitting tribute to the beer that started it all, transformed into a bold, complex Imperial Stout worthy of such a momentous occasion.

Pouring an imposing, near-black colour, Black As Your Soul promises an intensely aromatic experience dominated by rich roasted malts, dark chocolate and freshly brewed espresso. Its elaborate malt bill creates the potential for extraordinary depth, with layers of bittersweet cocoa, toasted bread, dark caramel and subtle roasted coffee character. On the palate, expect a powerful combination of deeply roasted grain, bitter chocolate and warming alcohol, complemented by a pronounced hop bitterness that distinguishes this imposing Imperial Stout from sweeter, dessert-inspired interpretations of the style.

Big, bold and unapologetically intense, Black As Your Soul delivers the kind of full-bodied drinking experience that has made Adroit Theory a cult favourite among lovers of heavyweight American stouts. Its substantial 10% strength provides a warming backbone, while the assertive 75 IBU bitterness helps balance the richness of its formidable malt character. The finish is long, roasty and satisfyingly bitter, with lingering dark chocolate, espresso and warming complexity. A magnificent anniversary celebration and an essential addition to the collection for anyone who appreciates their Imperial Stouts dark, powerful and uncompromising!