Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 5 | Flavor - 6 | Texture - 6 | Overall - 5.5

Sampled on draft at the brewpub this beer poured a very dark brown color - almost black - with a medium sized fluffy brown head that left decent lacing. The aroma was toasty, roasty, malty and woody. The flavor was roasty and toasty with a touch of smoke, vague berries and a hint of hot pepper. Long roasty malt and berry finish. Medium body. Ok.