John Russell, the brewmaster at The Lone Girl Brewing Company, has innovatively crafted a light-colored coffee beer named Moka Mon! Jamaican Blonde Coffee Stout. This unique blend stands out by maintaining a golden hue while infusing the rich aromas and subtle flavors of coffee, traditionally found in darker stouts and porters. At 5.5% ABV, Moka Mon offers a light java background flavor, achieved by steeping whole Jamaican coffee beans directly in the fermenter. This technique avoids the astringency that ground beans might introduce, preserving the beer’s lighter qualities while enhancing its coffee profile. The beer is best enjoyed from a tulip glass to accentuate its coffee aroma, making it a distinctive choice for stout lovers looking for something different.
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