Aphrodisiaque
Consumed on 9/25/09, reviewed from notes. Pours a very thick deep black allowing no light to pass through. Big bubbly mocha-colored head rests on top. Retention is fair, leaves some spotty lacing. As I dip my nose into this one, it starts out with hints of roasted cocoa beans, but this gives way to a sweet vanilla creamy scent. Nice balance. The mouth is silky smooth and thick. This is a mouth-coater for sure. Big roasted bitterness at the onset. Finishes mildly sweet with hints of vanilla and fresh cream. This is a big bready beer, like a meal in itself. I loved this one, but it's a bit heavy to have one after the other.