Bottle from Westhill Service Station. It pours opaque jet black with a handsome tan head. The aroma is rich roasted malt, deep smokey character, charred, bonfire, warming spice, clove, dark chocolate, rocky road and some oiliness. The taste is slick, unctuous, bitter - sweet, toasty, rich roasted malt, pleasant smokiness, coffee, dark chocolate, dark fruits, cherry, rocky road and some toasted spice with a roasty finish. Medium+ body and moderate, foamy carbonation. Flavourful and moreish. Strikes a nice balance.

Bottle from Appellation Wines. Appearance - opaque black with a lovely fawn/crema head. Nose - smoke, brown sugar and candy. Taste - smoke, burnt toffee and more brown sugar. Palate - medium to full bodied with a crunchy texture. Dry crunchy/roasty finish. Overall - good stuff!