Black Monster

◎ Appearance

Black Monster presents an almost opaque, deep black colour with minimal light transmission. A dense, creamy head forms and clings persistently to the glass, leaving bold rings of lacing as you drink. The beer sits still with low carbonation, contributing to its weighty, luxurious presentation.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced dark-roasted coffee—single-estate Kilimanjaro beans dominate—complemented by rich cocoa and subtle barrel-aged rum notes. Beneath lies a thread of dark chocolate and mild roasted grain, while the German Polaris hop adds a whisper of elegant, herbal freshness that lifts the otherwise heavy aromatics.

◐ Taste

Entry is full and mouth-coating, with intense coffee and roasted malt building across the palate. Cocoa and subtle dark fruit (plum, raisin) weave through the mid-palate, while the 65 IBU provides a firm, rounded bitterness that never turns harsh. The rum-barrel aging adds warmth and smooth oak complexity, with an alcoholic note present but well-integrated at 10% ABV.

◑ Finish

The finish extends long, with coffee and roasted grain lingering pleasantly across the tongue. A warming alcohol embrace and subtle cocoa sweetness fade gradually, leaving a dry, sophisticated aftertaste.