Ashen spruce and burnt pine positively influence tawny triple ale. At midst, dry mocha bitterness overrides sweet malt extract to nutty bottom. Well-integrated and alcohol-laden, but stale Band-Aid mouthfeel and hop-smoked grain finish get staid.
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(HEATHER) EBULUM ELDERBERRY BLACK ALE
Whimsical peculiarities disturb weird elderberry-spiced concoction. Faded white ale aroma and gentle juniper-hopped mouthfeel lure unbalanced ginger, mint, and eucalyptus confluence, battling back funky mocha-dried black licorice undertones. Misplaced adjuncts all over the place, but ultimately cherry oak timbre affects ashy oats finish positively.