XS Imperial Red
sampled on tap at coles in buffalo, ny jan 5/08. pours deep red-brown, almost opaque, with a small dense tan head. the head drops fairly fast and leaves spotty lace. aroma is good. toasted wheat bread. light alcohol. bit of grapefruit. hints of dark chocolate and smoke. taste is good. medium-high bitterness level. grapefruit and orange. toasted wheat bread. light alcohol. bit of toffee. mouthfeel is nice. medium-low carbonation level. medium body. drinkability is pretty good. slightly unbalaned towards bitterness, but good overall.