Eggens Russian Imperial Stout Vatgerijpt 2022 represents an ambitious barrel-aged venture from this Groningen brewery. This full-bodied dark beer spent 285 days maturing in 20-year-old Cognac casks, developing a rich and warming character at 12% ABV.

The aroma is marked by prominent smoke and roasted grain notes. On the palate, coffee and dark chocolate dominate, complemented by the complexity imparted by the Cognac barrel aging. The finish is warming and persistent, befitting a beer of this strength and craftsmanship.