Very dry and assertively bitter.
A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for 21st Amendment Back in Black
◎ Appearance
A jet-black brew with minimal light transmission, crowned by a tan head of moderate density that leaves fine lacing on the glass. The carbonation is assertive, creating steady streams of fine bubbles that sustain the foam structure throughout the pour.
◌ Aroma
Pine and grapefruit notes from American hops dominate the nose, layered over dark chocolate and espresso undertones from the roasted Malz base. A subtle smokiness and hint of dark berry round out the composition, creating a complex and inviting bouquet that balances brightness with roasted depth.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with assertive hop bitterness and citrus snap, immediately met by roasted malt flavors—chocolate, coffee, and subtle smoke. The full body carries both the resinous punch of the hops and the dark, earthy backbone equally through the mid-palate, neither surrendering ground to the other.
◑ Finish
A persistent, dry finish where both the hop bite and roasted malt character linger without one overpowering the other. The aftertaste holds traces of pine resin and dark chocolate with a lingering espresso note.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of 21st Amendment Back in Black
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with 21st Amendment Back in Black
About Black IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Black IPA?
IPAs are hop-forward ales with 5.5–7.5% ABV and IBU 40–70+. Bold hop aroma — citrus, tropical, resinous — with firm bitterness and a dry, clean finish.
Finding a similar Black IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, roasted, bitter character as 21st Amendment Back in Black will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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