Stone Arrogant Bastard (pack of 6) (35.5cl, 7.2%)

Stone Arrogant Bastard is a 7.2% ABV American strong ale from Stone Brewing, launched in 1997. The grain bill combines approximately 90% US 2-Row barley malt with 10% Special B malt alongside Caramel/Crystal 120 malt, while Chinook hops push the bitterness to roughly 100 IBU. The nose brings rich caramel and toasty bread, followed by piney, resinous hops and subtle dark fruit. The entry is surprisingly sweet, with toffee and caramel malt, before aggressive, fruity bitterness takes over. The finish is long and unrelenting, with resinous hop bitterness lingering alongside fading toast and bread malt notes.