Sampled on draft at Independent Brewing this beer poured a very dark brown color with a medium sized foamy tan head that left decent lacing. The aroma was yeast, sugar toasty malts, dark fruit and a bit of medicine. The flavor was bitterish and astringent with an odd herbal and medicinal note followed by cedar, molasses and dark fruit. Very long finish with a boozy presence coming out. Moderately full bodied. Disappointing given that this is a preferred brewer and style for me.