I always look forward to the start of a new season because the next Sam Adams seasonal sampler comes out. This winter, the winter classic pack was pretty much the same as last year, but I was disappointed to see the White Ale removed. In its place however was the new style: Black and Brew. This new coffee stout seemed to be a good addition to the winter pack based on just the style, but when I tried my first one I was not too sure at first. There was almost no aroma, and normally coffee stouts smell strongly of coffee the minute you open them. What this beer lacked in scent, it made up for in flavor. Many of the coffee stouts that I have had in the past tasted like a very strong cup of black coffee. Black and Brew however is much smoother and has a creamy flavor and texture to it. Of all the people that I know that have tried this, not one has given it a bad review, even one of my friends who hates coffee liked it. Well done Mr. Adams, well done.
4/5
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