De 7 Deugden Black IPA

◎ Appearance

Deep black with ruby highlights at the edges when held to light. The head is dense and tan, settling to a thin collar with persistent lacing down the glass. Carbonation is moderate and steady, creating a full-bodied visual impression despite the transparent darkness.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with assertive hop character—resinous and slightly citrus-forward—layered over roasted malt that suggests dark chocolate and light char. Beneath these primary notes lies a subtle earthiness and a dry, almost herbal complexity that develops as the beer warms.

◐ Taste

The palate enters with hop bitterness that immediately sets the tone, supported by roasted malt sweetness and a smooth, oat-derived body. The mid-palate balances mild charred grain notes with a clean, lingering bitterness that never turns harsh. The finish carries this pleasant bitterness forward, held aloft by the full malt structure.

◑ Finish

The bitterness carries into a long, satisfying finish with subtle roasted grain undertones. The aftertaste remains dry and slightly resinous, with no lingering sweetness.