Smells quite tart with a hint of smoke, but the actual sourness in the taste is much subdued. A little bit of grassy twang and malt lead to a clean finish. A kind of reedy smoke is subtly present throughout.

I don't usually like anise, and this is overt, but it has a lot of backbone to balance it out. Surprisingly enjoyable.

I need to try this when I'm not stuffed. A chewy CDA, strongly floral and chocolatey.

I made this! And I didn't screw it up bottling! Widmer Pitch Black clone.