Alpha Klaus

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to black in the glass with a ruby glow at the edges when held to light. A dense, tan head forms on the pour and settles into a persistent collar with fine lacing that clings to the sides. The beer presents opaque and still, with minimal visible carbonation.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced English chocolate malt and molasses sweetness, underlaid by roasted grain and subtle coffee undertones. American hops emerge in the mid-ground with herbal and resinous notes, characteristic of high-alpha varietals. A gentle warmth from the 7.3% ABV rounds out the aroma without harshness.

◐ Taste

Entry is full-bodied and rich, with chocolate and roasted malt dominant on the palate. Mid-palate brings a pronounced bitter bite from the 67 IBU, complemented by Mexican sugar's residual sweetness and dark fruit notes. The finish dries progressively, with lingering hoppy resin and coffee char balancing the initial malt sweetness.

◑ Finish

A dry, moderately long finish with persistent hop bitterness and fading roasted grain. Aftertaste holds chocolate and coffee notes alongside a subtle warming alcohol presence.