Banoffee

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black with a warm mahogany glow at the edges. A dense, tan head forms and clings with modest persistence, leaving soft lacing on the glass. The body carries evident weight, with subdued carbonation evident in the gentle rise of bubbles.

◌ Aroma

Ripe banana and overripe plantain lead the nose, supported by rich toffee and buttered toast notes. Beneath lies cocoa powder and subtle roasted grain character, with vanilla cream and a whisper of dark fruit complexity. The sweetness is prominent without being cloying.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with candied banana and caramel sweetness, evolving toward buttery toffee and silken vanilla in the mid-palate. Chocolate and roasted malt provide gentle structure and depth, while the oats contribute a soft, creamy mouthfeel. Bitterness is restrained at 35 IBU, allowing dessert-like character to dominate without harshness.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and warming, with lingering toffee and vanilla fading into cocoa. A soft, velvety dryness emerges without astringency, leaving the palate with pleasant residual fruit and malt sweetness.