The Alchemist El Jefe

Name: The Alchemist El Jefe
Brand: Beer
SKU: 65a65cd61603daa555489254
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.01 (8342 reviews)

Black IPA 7 º

The Alchemist

This India Dark Ale presents a striking balance between festive adjuncts and aggressive hopping. El Jefe pours a deep mahogany with a resilient tan head, immediately releasing an intense, resinous aroma of fresh spruce tips. This evergreen character is bolstered by the brewery’s signature stone fruit esters and a backdrop of light chocolate malt. On the palate, a firm bitterness cuts through a medium-bodied frame, delivering crisp notes of pine and roasted grain without any harsh ashiness. The finish is notably dry and refreshing, lingering with a complex blend of forest resin and clean, toasted malt.

Appearance. Opaque dark brown to black (35 SRM) with a dense, persistent light tan head that leaves significant lacing. Clear on the edges with a faint ruby highlight when held to the light.

Aroma. High intensity aroma dominated by fresh spruce and resinous pine. Supporting notes of citrus and stone fruit esters are present, alongside a moderate toasted malt character featuring light cocoa and coffee. No diacetyl.

Taste. Initial impression is crisp and bitter. Flavors of resinous spruce and pine needles lead, followed by restrained chocolate and toasted bread malt flavors that lack any burnt or ashy harshness. High bitterness is well-integrated, leading to a very dry, clean finish with a lingering herbal and forest-like aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, slightly creamy texture. Moderate to high carbonation contributes to a crisp sensation on the tongue. A light, pleasant alcohol warmth is noticeable but well-integrated.

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