Belfast Black

◎ Aussehen

Deep black with a reddish-brown hue at the rim when held to light. A dense, tan head builds with a pour and persists with fine, even lacing down the glass. The body sits opaque and matt, with modest carbonation visible as a gentle stream of tiny bubbles.

◌ Aroma

Coffee dominates the nose—earthy and slightly roasted, with undertones of dark chocolate and cocoa. Subtle floral and herbal notes from the hops emerge as the beer warms. Roasted barley and black malt form the aromatic backbone, without any sharp or acrid character.

◐ Geschmack

The palate opens with gentle roast, balanced by creamy oat-derived smoothness. Mid-palate brings forward coffee and dark chocolate notes, with restrained hop bitterness providing structure rather than aggression. The 40 IBU sits comfortably, allowing malt sweetness and complexity to play through.

◑ Abgang

The finish is dry and moderately persistent, with a lingering coffee bite and a light astringency from roasted grains. No cloying sweetness remains.