I thought this was one of the best beer I have ever had (at least top 5). I am sad it is a one-time brew. As advised by Saint Arnold president Brock Wagner, I am going to age one, keeping it stowed away in my fridge for 2 years. It will be a painful two years, but well worth it I think.

Minimal head. Dark brown. Great aroma of peat, earth, smoke and a hint of caramel. Excellent taste. One sip is a pleasure. Very rich peat molasses toffee taste. Delicious peaty candy. Interesting depth and character. each mouth feel is a different combination of peat, molasses. and toffee.

Bottle courtesy of bu11zeye. Thanks Markus. Smooth chocolate, coffee, caramel, smoke, oak, and vanilla. Very good brew.

12 oz bottle from ucusty - thanks David! Dark, dark mahogany with a fizzy brown head that disappears with a quickness. Pungent aroma hits my nose as soon as I’m finished pouring - smoky peaty malt, sweet and mildly woody, some whiskey and raisin. Smells wonderful! Medium body, more lively than expected. Flavor is just as complex as the nose - sweet malt, smoky peat, a bit of semisweet chocolate, lightly smoky. Finish is lightly dry, the peaty smokiness really shines, as does the semisweet chocolate note. An absolute delight!

HUGE nose - you first notice the roasted malt then you can pick out some dark fruit scents, especially fig/raisin. The smell translates into the flavor, which is surprisingly complex - malts, fruits and coffee flavors are all present. Has a long, lingering finish that is very welcome. This is an outstanding beer. Too bad it is local and limited production, its a shame everyone can’t enjoy this wonderful beer. Next time I get back to Grapevine Markets I will get my limit (2 6-packs) and put one away for aging. Wonderful.