World's End

◎ Appearance

Deep black-brown with an opaque, impenetrable body. A dense, tan-coloured head forms and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving distinct lacing on the walls. Carbonation is restrained, befitting the beer's full and creamy mouthfeel.

◌ Aroma

Chocolate dominates the nose, backed by rich roasted Malz character. Madagascan vanilla and cocoa husk introduce creamy, floral notes that intermingle with dried fruit—raisin and prune—and a faint wisp of smoke. Coffee and licorice emerge in the deeper layers, with subtle coconut adding an exotic dimension.

◐ Taste

Chocolate sweetness and milky caramel coat the palate on entry, supported by the beer's viscous body. Mid-palate reveals licorice, smoke, and coffee complexity, while a bright berry-like acidity and coconut undertone cut through the richness and lend a juicy, almost wine-like edge. Bitterness is moderate and well-integrated, never aggressive.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and evolving, with licorice and coffee lingering as the sweetness fades. A clean, refreshing berry acidity persists, preventing the beer from feeling cloying despite its imperial strength.