Beer of the Week: Bell's Kalamazoo Stout

Beer score: 7.0

Company: Bell's
ABV: 6.0
IBU: 51

Been a long while since I'd had one of these, and I almost didn't recognize it because the label on the bottle had changed quite drastically. But the taste, yeah, it brought back some memories. Originally, meaning decades ago, this beer was brewed by Kalamazoo Brewing Inc. of Kalamazoo, Michigan, but the folks at Bell's have been brewing it for a good long while now, at least 10 to 12 years if not longer.

Anyway, this isn't the strongest stout I've ever had, but it's still pretty darn strong with a thick, syrupy, burnt molasses flavor that's common among many good stouts.

While it's being poured it gives off that dark molasses smell along with hints of chocolate and coffee. The taste is quite similar, and full bodied with a touch of frothy carbonation.

If you're a fan of stouts, you should try this one. It might be a favorite for you or it might not, but I don't think you'll be disappointed with it.