I picked this up in conjunction with BORIS because, well, I love stouts. There’s something about the, generally, thick and intense flavors that bring me in every time. This one, much like BORIS, doesn’t disappoint. 

DORIS, much like BORIS, pours a thick almost pitch black but there’s something about DORIS that just looks mean. With almost no head DORIS sits menacingly in the glass daring those around her to drink. The head that does form is the darkest tan, essentially brown, head I’ve ever seen. The smell is very similar to BORIS, light floral hops with bitter espresso and dark chocolate with light hints of caramel and dark fruits. The taste is also very similar, very intense but perfectly balanced and mellow with a dry finish that warms your body with each sip. DORIS is as thick as whole milk with a nice fizz that rolls over the tongue and hits the back of the throat, I almost feel as if I should chew.

I’m enjoying DORIS immensely, especially the more I drink. This is a fine Russian imperial stout that sits up there with the best of them. Well done Hoppin Frog.