Appearance - 8 | Aroma - 7 | Flavor - 8 | Texture - 8 | Overall - 8.5

I had an 8 oz serving on the patio at the brewery on a pleasant summer evening in Santa Fe. Jet black with a ring of tawny brown foam, it carried a rich scent of smoke, chocolate and booze. A drink gave me dark chocolate, whole grain bread, bourbon and strawberries. While being consumed, the brew gave up a hint of the 14% ABV without it being overpowering. Good beer.