Brewery: Timothy Taylor
ABV: 4.1%
Style: Dark Ale
Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire
Aroma: Mild hoppy aromas, hints of roasted malt and burnt sugar.
Colour: Jet black with a one finger tan colour head that is slow to dissipate, plenty of lacing around the glass.
Taste: Hoppy and refreshing, signs of roasted malt rumble in the background, some bitterness in the aftertaste. Biscuity, dry, a lack of sweetness is noticeable. Mouthfeel is smooth yet not too heavy. A trace of fruitness is present but the promise of chocolate seems muted. Tastes remarkably like Landlord despite the difference in colour. Despite its low ABV, the use of hops and malt make it seem stronger.
Verdict: A pleasant beer that is not too remarkable, a typical session beer for it class that is easy to drink, but lacks much depth and character. The use of roasted malt could be more pronounced, unsure whether this beer is trying to be a Mild or a Porter, as its never been clearly defined. The lack of distinct coffee and chocolate notes lets it down, but that is due to the range of malts used. Don't expect this beer to impress, although you could easily drink a few of these in a session.
Rating: 7/10
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