Samuel Smith Imperial Stout is a legendary, gold medal-winning Russian Imperial Stout from the Old Brewery in Tadcaster, founded in 1758. It was originally brewed to withstand the hardships of long sea voyages in bad weather to the Russian royal court, where it became the favorite drink of the Russian nobility, renowned worldwide for their impeccable taste for exquisite pleasures. Initially, sweet malty notes come to the fore, accompanied by fruity nuances of red berries, before bitter notes of roasted malt and a fine hop bitterness become apparent from the middle, enriching the character with subtle smoky notes as well as distinctive coffee and bitter chocolate aromas. The deep chocolate color, almost impenetrable blackness, creamy foam crown, and a dry, distinctly bitter finish with fine bitterness make this award-winning stout an unforgettable experience. Samuel Smith Imperial Stout is the perfect choice for all stout enthusiasts and beer connoisseurs seeking a full-bodied, aromatically profound, and craft-brewed Imperial Stout fermented in traditional stone Yorkshire Squares, equally delightful as a meditative drink on its own, paired with dark chocolate, Roquefort, and smoked meat, or as a royal conclusion to a special evening.
