Winterlong Brewing Co. Nightshade – Black IPA at 7% ABV (C$4.81 at Collective, 473 ml, no packaging date or best before, acquired 9-Apr-2021, reviewed 21-Apr-2021)
Appearance: clear brown with one fat finger of rocky tan head, good retention and well-defined soapy lacing. (4/5) Aroma: toasted malts, pine, citrus, earth, light catty. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate bitter. (7/10) Palate: medium body, moderate carbonation, medium duration moderate bitter finish. (4/5)
I’m not sure about the wisdom of naming your beer after a deadly poison, but, hey, nobody asked me. Solid example of the style, with a fairly harmonious blend of dark malt, earthy pine, and citrus. There’s a hint of cattiness, particularly as it warms, but not to the point of being off-putting. All in all, quite acceptable. (15/20)
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