Black-as-night Belgian bock with chocolate-y sweetness, stiff hop bite, and stout-heavy finish softened by toned down grain subtleties. Muted fruit spicing and orange blossom inflate deep roasted caramel malt backdrop of unexpectedly gentle ‘black beer.’ Brewery defunct: 2005.

Strong coffee soured template energizes dark fruity tartness and rich malt aspect, but acrid alcohol finish depletes secondary chocolate-nut imp.