Weitra Das Schwarze

◎ Appearance

Deep black with a fine-pored, creamy head that clings to the glass with visible lacing. The body is opaque and dense, with carbonation that appears restrained and elegant. The head retention is notably persistent, speaking to the careful open-vat fermentation and cold maturation process.

◌ Aroma

Roasted malt dominates the nose, presenting freshly ground coffee and dark bread notes with underlying cocoa undertones. Subtle noble hop character emerges in the background, adding a restrained herbal complexity without dominating the aromatic profile. The overall impression is one of careful balance, where fermentation character remains soft and integrated.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bittersweet chocolate and roasted grain that build gradually across the mid-palate, supported by the moderate 29 IBU bitterness that sits in balance rather than assertion. The grist of Waldviertel pilsner and Munich malt provides a soft, slightly sweet foundation beneath the roasted character. The finish is clean and dry, with no lingering sweetness or astringency.

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is medium in length, trailing off with gentle coffee and cocoa notes that fade steadily. No harshness or residual grip remains, leaving the palate prepared for the next sip.