ZEAL.

◎ Aussehen

A deep, opaque black with a rich mahogany undertone when held to light. The dense, tan head settles to a thin collar, leaving persistent lacing down the glass. Carbonation is restrained, befitting the beer's contemplative profile.

◌ Aroma

Geisha coffee and dark roasted malt form the foundation, layered with Peruvian cacao nibs and vanilla from extended barrel aging. The nose is warm and complex, with gentle alcohol presence that frames rather than dominates the aromatic profile.

◐ Geschmack

Chocolate and cacao dominate the palate entry, rich and dense without cloying sweetness. The mid-palate reveals layered complexity: dark fruit, roasted grain, and vanilla weave through a full body with smooth, integrated tannins. Bitterness arrives as a measured counterpoint at 65 IBU, supporting rather than overshadowing the adjunct profile.

◑ Abgang

The finish is long and warming, with chocolate and vanilla persisting into a dry roasted aftertaste. Alcohol heat gradually emerges without harshness, leaving a lingering cacao reminiscence.