Sample from a growler at the "From Russia With Suds" tasting on 01/02/10: Pours almost black with dark brown around the edges and a thin and dense tan head that dissipates slowly. Thin rings of lacing on the glass. Roasty malt aroma with Centennial hops as well. Medium body with a moderately bitter hops character and flavors of toasted malt, dark chocolate and some citrus. The finish is hoppy with a lingering bitterness left behind. Pretty solid all around.