I love it when new products make their way onto the limited shelf space of my local shop. I know absolutely nothing about Duck-Rabbit, except for the story behind the brewery’s name.
Described as a “…traditional full-bodied stout…” this brew was anything but full-bodied. The taste and aroma were spot on for the style, but it was quite lighter than most milk stouts I’ve had.
Appearance
The beer pours like cola with not much of a head. For a stout it was fairly transparent.
Aroma
Lactose, roasted malt and sweet, this one certainly has that aspect of the style correct. It’s aroma also contains a light bit of cocoa.
Taste
As far as the taste goes, Duck-Rabbit have got it in line with what one would expect from the style, but the beer is a touch too light in feel for my liking — I personally would like more of a chewiness to a stout. The flavors include lactose sweetness, a light roasted malt and cocoa in the finish. There’s a nice coffee presence that doesn’t have the typical bitter finish.
Overall
While I found this one too light for what I would expect in a stout, it is quite drinkable. The flavors are good and when combined with the lighter mouthfeel, the beer goes down well — almost too well. I went though the several bottles I had of this one quickly.
It’s a decent beer that would serve as a nice introduction to stouts for those afraid of something too robust and chewy.
Rating: 3/5
May 27th, 2009
All Beer Blog said:
I never liked milk stouts, just don’t taste right to me. The way you describe this one makes me think it might be bearable. I have never heard of it before and have no idea where to get it though… Regards!