Pike Stout Extra Stout

Our foray into darker, maltier and, in some cases, higher ABV beers rolls on. Among the fairly long list of beers we've sampled this winter, Pike's Extra Stout is a real gem.


The Pike Brewing Co. actually calls this brew Pike XXXXX Extra Stout. It's very dark in color with a respectably creamy head. It has a full, burnt and bitter flavor, almost more like a full-bodied porter than a stout. It has a beautiful finish, and lingers nicely. This is one of my absolute favorite finds of the season.