Original 1901

◎ Appearance

Deep brown with mahogany highlights, presenting a translucent rather than opaque character. The head rises full and tan, settling to a persistent collar with fine lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation appears modest and well-integrated, lending a soft visual presence.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced chocolate and roasted malt—a bittersweet cocoa richness balanced by gentle toasted grain notes. Beneath lies a subtle weizen character: soft clove and banana from the yeast, neither aggressive nor buried. The hop addition remains restrained, allowing the malt to anchor the aromatic profile.

◐ Taste

Chocolate dominates the entry, moving into a full but not heavy mid-palate where roasted malt and wheat flour notes interweave with gentle toasty undertones. Clove and banana spice emerge softly, adding complexity without overwhelming the core malt sweetness. Bitterness is low and refined, finishing the taste with a whisper rather than assertion.

◑ Finish

The aftertaste trails smoothly, with lingering chocolate and a faint roasted grain warmth. The finish is clean and relatively dry, leaving the palate satisfied without heaviness.