Black Panda

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black color with good clarity and a dense, persistent tan head that clings to the glass in fine lacework. The carbonation presents as gentle and refined, creating a soft mouthfeel and stable foam structure typical of a bottom-fermented lager.

◌ Aroma

Roasted malt and coffee dominate the nose, offering warm and earthy undertones without sweetness. Noble hops—Žatecký poloraný červeňák and Premiant—contribute a pronounced aromatic presence with herbal and spicy notes that lift the profile and prevent any heaviness.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with crisp roasted character and coffee bitterness, followed by a clean, hoppy mid-palate that balances restraint with backbone. A pronounced yet unobtrusive bitterness (37 IBU) frames the finish, while the higher attenuation at 14 °Plato ensures dryness and prevents cloying malt sweetness.

◑ Finish

A clean, lingering dry finish with residual coffee and light hop bitterness that fades gradually. The aftertaste remains bitter and crisp without harshness, leaving a pleasant astringency on the palate.