Griffith

◎ Aussehen

Deep black with a ruby edge when held to light, revealing the beer's substantial body and high roast intensity. A dense, tan head builds quickly and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Carbonation is moderate, appropriate for the beer's warming alcohol presence.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with burnt coffee and charred malt, followed by dark chocolate and cocoa powder. The Ethiopian Guji coffee brings subtle stone-fruit notes—hints of blueberry and pomegranate—alongside a honeyed sweetness that tempers the roast. Alcohol warmth threads through without harshness.

◐ Geschmack

The palate enters with bold roast and burnt edges that dissolve into rich dark chocolate and cocoa. The coffee component reveals layered complexity: fruit forward at mid-palate with pomegranate and blueberry character, then settling into honey and cocoa butter. Bitterness is measured at 65 IBU, providing structure without overwhelming the malt sweetness.

◑ Abgang

The finish is warming and persistent, returning to the core of dark chocolate and cocoa with a lingering coffee-forward note. The 13.5% ABV provides a gently heating aftertaste that extends the experience without becoming hot or spiritous.