Black Tuesday

◎ Aussehen

Black Tuesday pours opaque black with minimal foam, presenting the dense, light-absorbing character typical of high-gravity imperial stouts. The surface shows almost no head retention, and carbonation appears subdued—appropriate for a spirit-aged beer of this weight and age. The glass reveals no light transmission, emphasizing the beer's substantial, impenetrable appearance.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with crème brûlée and poached figs, suggesting deep caramelization and oxidative complexity from twelve months in bourbon wood. Milk chocolate and vanilla emerge clearly, underpinned by dark fruit esters and charred oak—a layered profile that balances sweetness with toasted, spice-like wood notes. The alcohol is present but well-integrated, warming rather than harsh.

◐ Geschmack

Entry is full and viscous, delivering chocolate and caramel sweetness immediately. The mid-palate sustains those notes while charred oak, vanilla, and a subtle tannic dryness from the wood emerge, keeping the palate from cloying despite the beer's substantial residual sugar. Bitterness is restrained at 65 IBU, playing a supporting role behind the bourbon and dark malt complexity.

◑ Abgang

The finish is long and warming, with oak, vanilla, and a faint char lingering on the palate. Alcohol heat becomes more apparent in the fade, reinforcing the spirit-aged character and creating a sustained, drying aftertaste.