Goliat from To Øl is a towering Imperial Stout that lives up to its legendary namesake. This brew marries dark malts with coffee and spends ten months maturing in bourbon barrels, resulting in a full-bodied, multifaceted experience.

Pour reveals a pitch-black beer with brown edges and a modest head. The aroma layers coffee, chocolate, vanilla and bourbon oak with a touch of spice. On the palate, sweet chocolate and brown sugar take the lead, followed by a spicy, warming alcohol presence and hints of cinnamon. The finish lingers with sticky toffee notes and bourbon character.

At 13.7% ABV, this is a rich, contemplative stout best savoured in moderation, perhaps alongside sweet desserts.