Camera Obscura from Sibeeria is an Imperial Stout brewed in Prague that marries chocolate, tonka and vanilla with surprising roastiness. At 11.7% ABV, this pastry stout delivers a full, layered experience without the cloying sweetness you might anticipate. The name echoes the photographic principle – like the camera obscura itself, this beer balances light and shadow with restraint.

The nose offers chocolate and tonka, with hints of vanilla beneath. The palate is smooth and inviting, but roasted malt prevents the beer from tipping into pure indulgence. This is a beer that both indulges and challenges.