North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout

• Name: North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout, 9%, United States
  
• Appearance: Basically black. Lots of nice tan head.
  
• Aroma: Dark malt/fruit. Burnt, roasted. Blackcurrant?
  
• Taste: Burnt, roasted. Dark malt. Quite smooth. Nice.
  
• Bought: Total Wine & More, 355 ml, $2.49
• Overall score: 5/6
  
• Info: 22/11-2008, 196/300, 205/500

Slightly stronger than the 8.9% listed in the 300/500-books.