This almost pitch-black, bottom-fermented, strong brew catches the eye with its deep ruby-red sheen and crown of firm, dark foam. The bouquet of hints of bay leaf, along with some dark cherry, plum, chocolate, and roast. On the palate, these notes are carried into a surprisingly soft and well-rounded maltiness with a slightly honey-like but restrained residual sweetness. The mouthfeel is predominantly creamy, making the beer pleasantly drinkable in spite of its
substantial alcohol content of 7 percent.
At the table, this dark brew is an excellent companion to roast beef, as well as braised or stewed game or fowl served with a hearty vegetable. It also complements flavorful desserts, such as blueberry cake or a dark, bitter-sweet mousse-au-chocolat served with plumpreserve.
Ingredients: Water, Weyermann® barley malt, hops, yeast