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◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black in the glass with a ruby glow at the edges when held to light. A dense, tan head forms from the pour and clings to the glass walls in fine lacing, demonstrating good carbonation and stability. The body sits opaque and full, with minimal light penetration.

◌ Aroma

Assertive and herbal hop character leads the nose, driven by late kettle additions that provide a forthright, earthy presence. Beneath this sits substantial roasted grain — dark toast, cocoa powder, and a faint char. Flaked barley contributes a subtle grainy sweetness that balances the drier, more resinous top notes.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with full body and a satisfying bittersweet core. Roasted malt dominates the mid-palate with flavors of coffee and dark chocolate, while 50 IBUs of bitterness arrive measured and persistent without aggression. The flaked barley foundation adds a silky mouthfeel and subtle earthiness that rounds the sharper edges of the hop character.

◑ Finish

A dry, lingering finish with roasted grain tannins that persist for several minutes. The aftertaste leans toward cocoa powder and a faint herbal dryness, leaving the palate clean without harshness.