Dark Arts

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black in color, with a SRM of 35 rendering an opaque body that catches light only at the edges. A dense, tan head forms readily and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving distinct lacing on the side. Carbonation is restrained, appropriate for the style.

◌ Aroma

Complex malt character leads, with roasted chocolate and licorice notes layered underneath. Subtle stone-fruit esters—blackberry and fig—emerge beneath the roast. A restrained herbal-spice edge from the hop bill adds definition without dominating the bouquet.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with smooth, rounded chocolate sweetness before mid-palate complexity unfolds: blackberry and fig notes intertwine with a gentle licorice undertone. The four-malt base delivers a full, luxurious body. Bitterness emerges slowly and builds through the palate, offering roasted character rather than sharp hop bite.

◑ Finish

The finish is lengthy and residual, with roasted bitterness lingering pleasantly on the palate and inside the cheeks. Malt sweetness fades gradually, leaving behind cocoa and a dry, warming character.