1x Coopers Dark Ale mix
1x Coopers Stout mix
1kg Coopers Brew Enhancer #2
500g Light Dry Malt Extract
This bad boy took just less than a week to ferment, with foam consistently pouring out the top of the carboy for three days. The result was a pitch-black stout with a dark, chocolate head and an alcohol percentage of about 7.5% ABV. It was very drinkable straight from the carboy (yes, at room temperature) and was well carbonated in 3-5 days. It has a strong, rich palate, with chocolate and coffee flavours present and essentially no bitterness. Excellent when served without refrigeration and I was especially surprised to note that the head itself has a delicious coffee flavour.
Verdict: 10/10 -- Full marks, will definitely make it again (the first batch is almost gone already) and I am interested in experimenting with adjuncts such as cocoa and cinnamon.
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