This dark brown brew opens up with an intense, complex aroma of rich caramel, sweet plum, toasted almonds and singed malt scents. A sturdy toasted malt base is this big beer’s constant; otherwise, the swallow’s a smooth, twisted trip of flavors. Nutty almond adds a deep, earthy counterpoint to fig and plum notes that swirl in the middle; then, pumpernickel rises in the back and pulls out dark chocolate. Subdued alcohol ushers the beer from the tongue, and dark malts hurry along behind.
