Dogfish Head - World Wide Stout

Since I started the week with a Dogfish Stout, it seemed appropriate to finish the week with one as well.  World Wide Stout is more expensive (per volume) than any other Dogfish beers I have tried but, as I have said before, consider what you would pay for a drink at a bar or pub.  Actually, I didn’t realize what the cost was until after I walked out with the receipt, but it turned out to be worth the investment.  With it having limited availability, I am glad I took the opportunity to give it a try when I had the chance.

Brewery: Dogfish Head Craft Brewery (Milton, Delaware)

Name: World Wide Stout

Style: Russian Imperial Stout (Double?)

ABV: 18.0%

Tasting Notes: Stored in the fridge, allowed to warm a bit and served in an oversized wine glass (snifter-like).  $8.49 for 12oz.

Aroma: Full roasted maltiness with undertones of chocolate and dark fruit sweetness (currant-like).  Big alcohol aroma that has a barleywine/port-like nose.

Appearance: Appears black, though dark brown at the edges when held to light.  Slight, light coffee color head that dissipates quickly and leaves a trail (has “legs”).  Opaque, but clear at edge when held to light.

Flavor: Intensely strong flavor of roasted grains with a hint of bittersweet chocolate.  Has a dark fruit/grapey character (port-like).  Slight bitterness and dryness at finish.

Mouthfeel: Full bodied and creamy (almost chewy in a way).  Fairly high carbonation that leaves a slight sharpness.  Prominent, but smooth warmth.

Overall Impressions: Really complex flavors.  Great for an evening where you were only having one beer (would probably be great with a cigar).  The alcohol flavors might be too prominent for some (high for style, 8%-12%).  Very happy to be able to try.

Grade: A

Perhaps a warning?

Some for me, some for The Wife

Dogfish Head - World Wide Stout