Description
Scottish breweries have produced quality lager for centuries. The tradition of brewing excellent ale is continued by BrewDog. A new player in the brewing arena, it has already earned quite a name for being innovative in its technical know-how and for their adherence to quality. BrewDog has fans all over the world.
Tokyo is a fine example of what BrewDog can brew. Primarily an imperial stout beer, it wears a black robe and a beige head. To the nose, you will get aromas of calvados, candied dates, coffee powder and pear syrup. The taste features touches of fruits, chocolate and malt. There is a distinct flavor of cranberries. The taste of Tokyo is quite intriguing and strong. The beer is thick, concentrated and feels quite syrupy. It has an oily feel on the palate, along with the warmth of alcohol. The aftertaste is long, bitter and has the dash of alcohol. Carbonation is soft.
Tokyo is a prime example of innovation from BrewDog brewery. It adds elements of cranberry in what looks and feels like an imperial stout beer. Experts do not dismiss the presence of jasmine flowers in the mash! It makes the brew so much more interesting and unique, true to the motto of BrewDog.