Hailstorm Vlad vs Zombie vs Shark 2021 (Collab)

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Hailstorm Vlad vs Zombie vs Shark 2021 (Collab)

Vlad Russian Imperial Stout – over the years it’s been livened up with all manner of adjuncts, from chocolate to chili peppers and everything in between, but there was one Vlad that stood out to us from all the rest. Vlad vs. Zombie vs. Shark is an amped up, barrel aged version, that clocks in at a whopping 18% ABV! Originally envisioned as a one off, it’s super thick, ridiculously complex, and very difficult to brew. Lucky for you, over a year ago, we convinced Hailstorm to brew another batch. Some of it went into Eagle Rare bourbon barrels, and the rest into our hand selected Buffalo Trace barrels. Hailstorm entered beer from the Eagle Rare barrels into FOBAB and it took home silver! Our Buffalo Trace barrels have been emptied and bottles are ready to be enjoyed. So, join us as we raise a glass of this remarkable stout, bidding adieu to 2021 and hoping for a brighter 2022.

The nose here is decadent and spirited, with notes of vanilla, maple, and dark cherry. Lusciously thick upon the tongue, a wave of dark chocolate fudge is accented by notes of maple, vanilla bean, and candied orange peel. The finish is rich and complex, offering notes of brown sugar, chocolate ganache, and maple syrup. Zero adjuncts added, yet this delivers a remarkable variety of flavors and aromas. 18% ABV
Reviewed by: Roger Adamson, Certified Cicerone®

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