HopChart - Beer Profile - North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout

North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout

4.0Rating

13 Ratings

1st Drinker:

ByNorth Coast Brewing Company

Imperial Stout

ABV
8.9%
|
IBU
|
SRM

Description

Contrary to the geography suggested by the name, Russian Imperial Stout was originally brewed in 18th Century England. The name evolved as the Russian Imperial Court developed an early appreciation for this big, intense brew and provided a ready and eager export market.It's been speculated that no one had a greater appreciation for this rich, roasty elixir than Rasputin, the mystic wag (and favorite of the ladies of the court), who contributed to the ultimate downfall of Czar Nicholas II. Rasputin is probably best remembered for his dramatic exit. Having been deemed politically expendable, he was fed poisoned wine and tea cakes by his rivals. Surviving that, he was shot several times - whereupon he attacked his assailants. He finally succumbed when bound and stuffed through a hole in the ice to drown in the River Neva. Legends that attribute his tenacity to his appetite for Russian Imperial Stout are unproven. A rich, intense brew with a robust palate, a fruity nose and a warming finish. Very complex.

Fans (1)

Want to try (0)

No one yet

Latest
Other Imperial Stouts

You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
hophead_amt(137) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from Ruffed Grouse Bar & Grille, and would probably buy this again.487 weeks ago.

Comments
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
BigJay(188) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from Wild Sage, and would definitely buy this again.494 weeks ago.

Comments BigJayAbsolutely love this beer. Perfect slight burn and solid body. Only drawback is the 300 calories a pop.Original Comment
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
Brydeen(267) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from Stub and Herb's, Minneapolis MN, and would probably buy this again.496 weeks ago.

Comments
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
Dudeski(19) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from Liquor Barrel,Centerville MN, and would definitely buy this again.498 weeks ago.

Comments DudeskiA very solid buy. Everything you'd expect from an Imperial Stout. Only knock for me is the last few sips tasted like straight booze.Original Comment
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
drtanglebones(710) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout, and would definitely buy this again.502 weeks ago.

Comments
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
Mitch_j(33) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout, and would go out of my way to buy it again!526 weeks ago.

Comments
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
Chad Towle(570) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from Blue Nile Restaurant & Lounge, and would go out of my way to buy it again!530 weeks ago.

Comments
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
kocina(127) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout, and would definitely buy this again.531 weeks ago.

Comments
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
Al McCarty(86) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from Acadia Cafe, Minneapolis MN, and would probably buy this again.544 weeks ago.

Comments Al McCartyLove this beer, but keep forgetting it's on nitro here. I vote "no" on nitro-Imperial Stouts.Original Comment
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
HerrMag(585) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout, and would probably buy this again.544 weeks ago.

Comments
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
Kat McGerik(122) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from Casanova's Liquor Store, Hudson WI, and would go out of my way to buy it again!544 weeks ago.

Comments
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
Dan Schwarz(336) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout, and would go out of my way to buy it again!545 weeks ago.

Comments Dan SchwarzOh yeah, that's nice.Original Comment
You don't like this beer. Show Beer.
kgrandstrand(23) had a North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout from The Four Firkins, St. Louis Park MN, and would definitely buy this again.558 weeks ago.

Comments
Show next 30...