Durham Diabolus

Origin Our own innovation. Temptation with added gueuze yeast.

Tasting Notes An aroma of cider and spirit-like qualities of higher alcohols is a truthful introduction to a highly complex soured Imperial Stout. Diabolus is halfway between the acidic freshness of gueuze and heavy roast of Temptation. Delve deeper into this complex beer and notice the horse blanket aroma of brettanomyces and the salty tang of Bovril. A second or third mouthful reveals smoother, maltier qualities. After nine months in the bottle the sharp acidic flavours make way for the smoother qualities of Temptation revealing vinous qualities similar to an intense red wine.

Recommendations Not for everyone. This challenging beer is an aquired taste for the connoisseur only. Try with strong cheeses such as stilton and rocquefort.