Delirium Nocturnum

Name: Delirium Nocturnum
Brand: Beer
SKU: 55507cc2f70fb5352694b8dd
Rating: 3.76 (192019 reviews)

Belgian Strong Ale 9 º 24 IBU

Delirium - Brouwerij Huyghe

Delirium Nocturnum is a masterful Belgian Dark Strong Ale, offering a deep and warming sensory journey. It pours a striking dark chocolate brown with a dense, creamy head. The aroma is a complex tapestry of rich caramel, mocha, and toasted nuts, punctuated by distinctive notes of coriander and licorice. On the palate, the influence of chocolate malt and roasted malt creates a sturdy backbone, delivering decadent flavors of dark fruit and cocoa. At 9% ABV, the alcohol warmth is elegantly integrated, providing a soft mouthfeel that gives way to a growing bitterness and a perfectly balanced, dry-leaning finish.

Appearance. Deep chocolate brown (22 SRM) with brilliant clarity. Features a huge, dense, moussy, and persistent creamy head that is white-to-pale yellow in color with significant lacing.

Aroma. High intensity with a rich, bready-toasty malt base featuring deep caramel and mocha. Pronounced yeast esters of raisin, plum, and dried cherry are complemented by subtle spicy phenols including coriander and earthy licorice. A soft, perfumy alcohol presence is noticeable but smooth.

Taste. Initial impression of soft malt sweetness and alcohol warmth. Flavors of dark chocolate and roasted malt emerge strongly, balanced by a medium-low hop bitterness and roasted grain character. Complex notes of dark fruits and light spice harmonize through the mid-palate. The finish is moderately dry and well-balanced, avoiding any cloying or syrupy aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a smooth, creamy texture. High carbonation provides a lively lift on the tongue without being sharp. Noticeable but pleasant alcohol warmth that is well-integrated and never harsh.

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