 wyzzywyz22 (754), Wirral, Merseyside, England
Aug 20, 2009 Bottle, Beer Ritz, Leeds. Poured very dark brown, black even, with a thin dark brown head . Aroma was rich and pungent with the woody character evident, mixed with dark fruit. Somewhat wineish, but infinitely nicer than most plonk. Quite a big booze hit, but doesn’t seem all of the 12 percent. Slides down lovely and smooth. The paraguayan wood gives this a wonderful flavour that is slightly sweet and herby. Lots to discover here. An unusual, complex, and hugely tasty brew.
dperrey (7), Durham, North Carolina, USA
does not count  Aug 19, 2009 12 oz bottle, shared between 4 (!) of us. Pours dark brown, quite thick, like molasses. The aroma was excellent, it di d go down rather well. Very much a sipper but everyone liked it, which I did not expect from such a complex and strong beer. Dark and roasted, it feels good in the mouth and lingers on the palate.
awiseman01 (318), Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Aug 16, 2009 On Tap at FFF Brewpub. Pours dark brown with lighter brown edges and light tan head. Nose and flavor are equally complex. Alot of dark fruits and roastedness. The wood aging adds a nice component. Big time sipper, I think I spent nearly 90 minutes on the 1/2 pint pour.
phage (2), Florida, USA
does not count Aug 14, 2009 It’s hard to describe but the opinion is, universally, that it’s excellent. Woody smell and taste, as advertised. Notes: dark red, brown foam, light sweetness, lightly bitter, full body, slick feel, soft carbonation, long finish.
drowland (1360), Tallahassee, Florida, USA
Aug 14, 2009 Oh this is good... it’s like a sweet American strong with the coffee and roast of a stout and the wonderful complexities of a bourbon oak aged beer... weird... but good! Everyone should try this awesome beer!
bobman006 (38), New Jersey, USA
Aug 13, 2009 Bottle. Pours thick and dark like an imperial stout. Resinous with aromas of roasted malt, alcohol, chocolate and vanilla. Flavors of chocolate, cherry, raisin, a bit of coffee, toffee, bourbon and a lot of roasted sweet maltiness. The sweetness and complexity helps to balance out the high alcohol content. Thick and velvety mouthfeel. Interesting and enjoyable.
zdk (188), New York, USA
Aug 12, 2009 Tap: dark brew with no head. Spicy, nutty taste that reminds me of soy sauce (I know it’s strange). Not a bad flavor, just a unique one. don’t think I could drink much more than the 4oz sampler because the alcohol is huge in this one.
slang (392), Columbia, South Carolina, USA
Aug 8, 2009 bottle. Dark, resinous, & alcoholic. Vanilla, milky smooth chocwood o’hol. Fuk w/ this.
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