⌂ > Saint Arnold Commitment

Originally brewed as Divine Reserve No. 18, Commitment is an Imperial Stout that pushes the limits – it’s a beer with massive amounts of flavor and aromatic qualities. They use a grain bill that requires four times the amount of grain as Lawnmower, dose in two additions of Belgian candi syrup during fermentation to provide an adrenaline shot to the yeast, and let the beer rest for three months before adding a small amount of Madagascar vanilla beans as an added layer of complexity. The result is a beer that pours a rich darkness – no light passes through – topped with a mocha colored head. The aroma is filled with molasses, vanilla, baker’s chocolate, and rich dark fruit from their house yeast. The flavor profile starts with rich chocolate and raspberries that are dipped in honey, then builds on dried dark cherry notes, and finishes with wine like silkiness. Commitment is big. This beer comes in at 13.4% ABV