La Débauche Chapitre 13

Name: La Débauche Chapitre 13
Brand: Beer
SKU: 59ce2e361603dada5d0a6b27
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.43 (1638 reviews)

Black IPA 3.8 º 40 IBU

La Débauche

Chapitre 13 presents an intriguing paradox: a deep, dark appearance coupled with the breezy, sessionable profile of a Black IPA. Despite its low alcohol content, it delivers a punchy sensory experience driven by Columbus and Apollo hops, which provide a dominant resinous and pine-forward character against a backdrop of delicate floral perfume. The malt bill offers fleeting notes of toasted grain and light chocolate without the heavy, ashy roast of a traditional stout. This is a crisp, refreshing beer that balances high drinkability with a firm, lingering bitterness, showcasing how dark grains can support a hop-centric narrative while remaining surprisingly light.

Appearance. Dark brown to nearly opaque black (SRM 35-40). Pours with a persistent, light tan head that leaves moderate lacing. The beer is clear but appears opaque due to the depth of color.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity hop aroma featuring resinous pine, herbal spiciness, and a hint of dankness from the Columbus and Apollo hops. The malt character is low, providing subtle notes of toast and a whisper of cocoa, with a very clean fermentation profile.

Taste. Initial impression is hop-forward and crisp. Firm hop bitterness is supported by earthy, resinous, and spicy flavors. The malt presence is restrained, offering a gentle toasted grain and light coffee character that never veers into burnt or acrid territory. The finish is remarkably dry and clean, leaving a lingering, piney bitterness and a slight roasted grain astringency that invites another sip.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with moderate to high carbonation, enhancing its refreshing quality. There is no perceived alcohol warmth, and the texture is smooth with very low astringency from the dark malts.

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