Zichovec Coconut Stout 2023

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

The nose opens with intense toasted coconut and dark chocolate, layered over espresso and vanilla bean. Waves of burnt molasses and cocoa nibs emerge from the imperial stout base. On the palate, rich coconut cream dominates initially, giving way to bittersweet chocolate, roasted malt, and caramelized sugar. The high alcohol integrates smoothly, providing warming body rather than harsh heat. The finish is prolonged and luxurious, with lingering coconut oil texture, dark chocolate bitterness, and subtle oak tannins that balance the residual sweetness.

Food Pairing

Pair with dark chocolate coconut macaroons or a flourless chocolate torte to mirror the beer’s indulgent character while the dessert’s sweetness tempers the roasted bitterness. Alternatively, serve alongside aged Manchego or smoked Gouda, where the cheese’s nutty complexity and salt content cut through the rich sweetness and highlight the beer’s roasted malt backbone.

About Zichovec Brewery

Zichovec Brewery was founded in 2016 in Žichovice, a small village in the Czech Republic’s South Bohemian region. The brewery emerged during the wave of Czech craft beer innovation, quickly establishing itself as one of the country’s most progressive and experimental producers. Zichovec has become particularly renowned for its modern interpretations of beer styles, with a strong emphasis on New England IPAs, pastry stouts, and barrel-aged beers that push beyond traditional Czech brewing conventions.

The brewery’s philosophy centers on creativity and quality, employing contemporary brewing techniques while maintaining meticulous attention to ingredient selection and process control. Zichovec has gained recognition for its bold use of adjuncts, fruit additions, and innovative hop combinations, creating beers that appeal to the international craft beer community while respecting brewing fundamentals. Their limited releases and collaborative projects have developed a dedicated following across Europe, with the brewery’s distinctive can designs and playful approach to beer naming contributing to its cult status among enthusiasts. Zichovec represents a new generation of Czech brewing that honors the country’s legendary beer heritage while fearlessly exploring uncharted territory in flavor and style.

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