 crushinat0r (225), Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Nov 3, 2007
2006 bottle that I picked up in January. Pours dark brown with a nice light brown head. Smells of deep dark malty goodness. Tastes malty as well with a hint of nutmeg or some such spices. Definitely has some roasted chocolate attributes. A bit light on the body. Very nice for a cold day in November!
Joakgust (52), Stockholm, Sweden
Jul 2, 2008 Bottle, 355 ml - A very dark brown beer with a big strong head. Aroma is spicey and malty with hints of fir needles. Flavor is roasty with hints of spices and some hops. Enjoyed it much more now than I did a few months ago...
azlondon (454), Greater London, England
Jun 30, 2008 Appearance: Very dark brown. Little bit of head.
Aroma: Spices, cinnamon. Malt. Even chocolate and fruit (dark).
Taste: Spices. Malt and chocolate. Strong. Bitter aftertaste.
Info: 355ml bottle, 31/1-2007, 140/500
wyzzywyz22 (210), Wirral, Merseyside, England
Jun 29, 2008 Bottle, Corks of Cotham, Bristol. Poured a dark brown with a reddish hue and a creamish biege head. Aroma is jam packed with christmasy spices, cinnamon, brandy sodden raisins, herbs, ginger, orange peel, the list goes on. Really wonderful. Silky smooth mouthfeel. Many of the characteristics of the aroma were evident in the flavour and this is undoubtedly a very complex and well crafted brew. I loved it and would happily drink this at any time of the year !
A worthy bottle to bring up my double century !
redlight (1026), Winter Park, Florida, USA
Jun 24, 2008 Spicy caramelly aromas, cinnamon, nutmeg. Pours reddish, dark brown with a huge tan head that lasts! Smooth, sweet malts, hints of molasses, with spices, cinnamon, nutmeg, traces of cardamom. Very creamy mouthfeel. Very nice.
kmweaver (1762), Takoma Park, Maryland, USA
Jun 20, 2008 12oz bottle, 2005 vintage, courtesy of a trade from a while ago (?). Thanks! Pours a murky brown color; thin, medium tan head with fine-bubbled lacing. Plenty of spice (cinnamon, allspice), chocolate, and floral notes in the aroma; roasted malts, leather, and a touch of alcohol coming through; soft, chewy spicing overall. Medium-to-full mouthfeel: creamy carbonation; chocolate, nougat, and leather upfront; well integrated into a soft spice profile; minimal alcohol; a touch of breadiness and roasted malts. Pretty drinkable, tasty stuff. Lengthy finish: leather, dark chocolate, slight mineral bitterness, and lingering soft spice.
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