Biscotti Break
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Tasting Notes
The aroma leads with roasted espresso, dark chocolate, and a pronounced almond-vanilla sweetness that lives up to the biscotti name. On the palate it's full-bodied and syrupy, with layers of dark caramel, cocoa powder, and a hint of toasted grain. At 11.5% the alcohol is noticeable but integrated rather than harsh, adding warmth rather than bite. The finish is long and dessert-like, fading slowly on bitter chocolate and a whisper of hazelnut.
About the Brewery
Evil Twin Brewing is a nomadic/gypsy operation founded by Danish brewer Jeppe Jarnit-Bjergsø, who has produced beers at partner facilities across the United States and Europe. The project became closely associated with New York's craft beer scene and later established a physical brewpub in Queens. Evil Twin is known for an eclectic, high-volume lineup that spans imperial stouts, sours, and playful concept beers, often packaged with distinctive graphic label art.
Food Pairings
A beer this rich and dessert-forward pairs naturally with tiramisu, where the espresso and mascarpone mirror the coffee and cream notes in the glass. Aged Gouda works well because its caramel crystalline texture holds its own against the sweetness. Dark chocolate truffles with a sea salt finish amplify the cocoa character without competing with it. If you want something savory, braised short ribs with a molasses-based sauce find common ground with the beer's roast and caramel backbone.
Style Guide
Imperial stouts are defined by their intense roasted malt character, full body, and elevated ABV — typically ranging from 8% to 13% or higher. The style traces its roots to strong porters brewed in 18th-century England for export to the Russian Imperial Court, which demanded beers robust enough to survive the journey. What sets imperial stouts apart from standard stouts is sheer intensity: more bitterness, more residual sweetness, more alcohol heat, and a viscosity that approaches motor oil in the most extreme examples.