Altfränkisch Dunkel

◎ Appearance

Deep coffee-brown to near-black in the glass, with ruby-red glints visible against light. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with fine, persistent lacing. Clarity is clean; carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated.

◌ Aroma

Pronounced malt character leads, with roasted barley and Munich malt delivering pronounced coffee and toasted bread-crust notes. Subtle chocolate undertones emerge, supported by a faint noble hop presence that adds refinement without dominating the nose. The overall impression is warm and grain-forward.

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and malty, with coffee and roasted grain building immediately across the mid-palate. Chocolate flavors deepen the complexity, while a light bitterness from noble hops emerges in the middle register without harshness. The finish is clean and dry, with lingering toasted and malty sweetness.

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is dry and measured, with coffee and subtle chocolate notes persisting for a moderate length. Light hop bitterness provides a clean conclusion without astringency.