Scoundrel

◎ Aussehen

Deep mahogany to black, opaque and dense with excellent clarity. A substantial cream-colored head builds quickly and clings persistently to the glass, leaving fine lacing with each sip. The carbonation, whether from cask conditioning or nitrogen, creates a tight, long-lasting collar.

◌ Aroma

Roasted barley and chocolate malt dominate the nose, offering cocoa powder and dark grain aromas with subtle earthy undertones. English Admiral hops contribute restrained herbal and woody notes that frame rather than lead. A gentle coffee note emerges as the beer warms, balanced and never burnt or ashy.

◐ Geschmack

The palate opens with rounded roasted malt and chocolate sweetness, building a full, even body without heaviness. Hop bitterness arrives cleanly in the mid-palate, complementing rather than overwhelming the malt character, finishing with a touch of dark fruit and lingering cocoa. The 4.2% ABV allows the flavors to express themselves without any alcoholic heat.

◑ Abgang

The finish is dry and measured, with roasted malt and a light bitter edge persisting gently on the palate. No harshness or astringency—just a clean, contemplative aftertaste that invites the next sip.