Pilot Stout

◎ Aussehen

Deep brown to black in color, with a dense, creamy head that settles into a thin collar. The liquid holds a tight, persistent lacing against the glass. Despite the dark roast character, the body reads clean and well-defined.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with roasted malt and espresso, grounded in a subtle biscuit sweetness from the Maris Otter base. Secondary notes of dark chocolate and subtle toast emerge, while wheat and oats contribute a soft, cereal-like undertone that keeps the bouquet approachable rather than brooding.

◐ Geschmack

Clean entry with malty sweetness upfront, quickly developing into layered roast flavors—cocoa, coffee, and charred toast build through the mid-palate. The 35 IBU bitterness arrives as a gentle counterweight without harshness, while the low 4% ABV allows the malt complexity to shine without alcohol heat. Wheat and oats smooth the texture, creating an unusually drinkable profile for a beer of this visual depth.

◑ Abgang

Medium-short finish with lingering dry roast notes. The aftertaste is clean and coffee-forward, fading to a subtle cocoa echo without cloying sweetness.