Night Sky

◎ Appearance

Night Sky presents a deep black body with ruby highlights at the rim when held to light, characteristic of the Black IPA style. The head is dense and tan, settling to a thin collar that clings persistently to the glass walls. Carbonation appears moderate, with a steady stream of fine bubbles rising through the dark liquid.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with assertive hop aromatics—earthy and herbal notes dominate, with subtle citrus undertones cutting through. Beneath the hop-forward character, roasted malt contributes a gentle cocoa and dark grain backbone, grounding the aromatic profile without overwhelming the Edelhopfen presence.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with pronounced hop bitterness that claims the foreground immediately, delivering a resinous, full-bodied entry. The mid-palate reveals interplay between that lingering bitterness and roasted malt notes of chocolate and slightly charred toast, creating a complex balance typical of well-crafted Black IPAs. At 60 IBU, the bitterness is authoritative but restrained enough to allow the roasted character to emerge.

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and persistent, with hop bitterness lingering on the palate for several minutes. Faint roasted grain notes fade into the background, leaving a crisp, slightly warming aftertaste appropriate to the 6% ABV.