89
Overall
Aroma
12
Flavor
17
Mouthfeel
5
Appearance
3
Ely, IA
What Our Editors Thought
“Roasted chestnut, cacao nib, and a touch of charred wood in the aroma. Milk-chocolaty in the sip with a trim body and restrained bitterness.”
What Our Panel Thought
“Aroma and taste are a nearly perfect match. The rich malt aroma is reminiscent of barleywine in its dark-fruit quality. Faint roast and a sense of sweetness and honey prevail. Flavor profile has honey and caramel malt. Pleasant lingering aftertaste of toast with some dark-fruit esters.”
What the Brewers Say
“A black lager that looks dark but drinks light.”
Review printed in: Endless Lager (Fall 2025)
View All IssuesDate Reviewed: June 4, 2025