Dubai Starry Noche

◎ Appearance

Deep garnet-black with an opaque, impenetrable core. A dense tan head forms on the pour and settles into a persistent collar with fine lacing that clings to the glass walls. Carbonation is restrained, appropriate for the style's weight and age in wood.

◌ Aroma

Rich cocoa and dark chocolate lead, layered with toasted hazelnut and pistachio nougat. Bourbon vanilla and charred oak emerge from the barrel, creating a warm backdrop. Subtle coconut and roasted grain notes round out a complex, dessert-like bouquet with restrained alcohol vapors.

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and creamy, with immediate chocolate and roasted malt character. Mid-palate develops nutty depth—hazelnut and pistachio—alongside coconut sweetness and toasted oak spice. Bitterness is moderate and well-integrated at 65 IBU, providing structure without harshness. The 11% ABV sits seamlessly within the full body, warming without burning.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and lingering, with chocolate and oak fading into a warm, slightly boozy aftertaste. Residual sweetness and hazelnut notes persist on the palate.