Sleeping Village Brewing Black Alder

Name: Sleeping Village Brewing Black Alder
Brand: Beer
SKU: 63b30d4e1603da9b251b1e81
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.79 (1385 reviews)

Porter 6.7 º 22 IBU

Sleeping Village Brewing

Black Alder presents a sophisticated sensory journey through the lens of a classic American Porter. A complex grist featuring wheat and oats provides a silky, medium-full base for a rich tapestry of dark malts. Deep aromas of bittersweet chocolate and freshly roasted coffee beans are punctuated by the floral, citrus, and resinous signatures of Centennial and Cascade hops. On the palate, a clean fermentation profile allows the interplay of roasted bitterness and cocoa sweetness to shine, finishing with a crisp, piney snap. It is a robust yet balanced expression, marrying smooth textures with an assertive, classic hop character.

Appearance. Very dark brown to near-black (SRM 35-38) with brilliant ruby-red highlights when held to light. Topped with a dense, creamy, tan-colored head with excellent retention and lacing.

Aroma. Moderately high intensity roast profile featuring dark chocolate, espresso, and lightly charred grain. Complementary hop character is moderate, showcasing floral, grapefruit citrus, and resinous pine. Fermentation is clean with very low fruity esters.

Taste. Strong initial notes of bittersweet chocolate and coffee roast. The malt complexity is supported by a medium-high hop bitterness that lingers into a dry, clean finish. Centennial and Cascade hops provide distinct flavors of citrus zest and earthy resin. Malt flavors are rich but never acrid or harsh, balanced by a subtle toffee-like sweetness.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a notably smooth, creamy texture from the wheat and oats. Carbonation is moderate. A light, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present without being hot. Very low malt astringency.

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