As the weather turns, I find myself craving dark, rich beers. Yet a typical stout is too filling and sweet for fall.
Dark Infusion, which was a beer in Summit’s Unchained series in 2016, is back, and it’s really hitting the spot. Rich and creamy, but light enough to allow for a hearty chug, this imperial milk stout features chocolate, caramel and graham cracker flavors, but the sweetness is balanced by cold-brew Brazilian coffee from Blackeye Roasting, which gives it an earthy, bitter edge.
Although the brewery suggests drinking it in the morning, it might be a little strong for that. Instead, how about when you’re in need of an early evening pick-me-up?
- International Bittering Units (IBU): 40
- Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.5 percent
- Summit Brewing: 910 Montreal Circle, St. Paul; 651-265-7800; summitbrewing.com
