Samuel Adams Black Lager
A: Pours a pitch black color with about a finger of off-white head that dissipates fairly quickly. S: A very grainy and malt-tinged aroma, with the clean profile of a lager. T: Roasted malt flavor combines with a chocolatey sweetness, very much like a watered-down stout. However, the bit of hop twist toward the back makes for a strange, sugary bitterness that blends awkwardly. Smooth outro that coats the back with remnants of malt and hop. M: Carbonation is at a good level though, making for a creamy texture that adds to the flavor. D: This black lager has its better qualities, however there's something about this beer that feels like it's holding back. For the style, it's not a bad representation, but it doesn't deserve an excellent rating.