On tap at Runaway Brewery Taproom, Stockport (not yet listed on RateBeer). Pours almost black with a sizable foamy cream head and good lacing. Roast malts to the fore in thw aroma plus hints of floral hops and nuts. In the mouth it is sweet with fairly high carbonation. Roast malts and grains in the flavour, plus traces of cola and dried fruits. Sweetness can still be detected in the finish. It’s reasonable if not outstanding – and an interesting beer. Would say it’s a Schwarzbier though not an Indian Dark Lager.

Stockport Beer Festival 2024. Darker brown coloured. Hoppy dark malty brew, lageresque, although more ale-like in the main.