Northern Star

◎ Aussehen

Deep brown to near-black hue with a dense, persistent tan head that clings to the glass with excellent retention. The body appears opaque and full, with a creamy foam collar that suggests the oats and lactose at work. Unfiltered character gives a subtle haziness that sits well within the style's tradition.

◌ Aroma

Inviting nose of roasted grain and dark chocolate underlaid by sweet caramel notes. Subtle vanilla emerges in the mid-note, adding a gentle confectionary warmth without overpowering the malt foundation. Biscuit character threads through softly, grounding the profile in toasted grain rather than sweetness.

◐ Geschmack

Entry is smooth and rounded, with lactose and oats delivering body and a soft mouthfeel that belies the 5.2% ABV. Mid-palate balance leans toward caramel and biscuit sweetness, with dark chocolate complexity building underneath. Restrained bitterness of 33 IBU surfaces cleanly in the back, providing structure without harshness or astringency.

◑ Abgang

Medium-length finish with cocoa and toasted grain drying on the palate. Aftertaste remains clean and settled, with a gentle vanilla warmth that fades gracefully.