7.8

Appearance - 8 | Aroma - 7.5 | Flavor - 8 | Texture - 8 | Overall - 7.5

Pours unclear, dark brown - nearly no head. Scent is pure, intense BW. Intense yet smooth, mild on the barrel. Taste is smooth, noticable alcohol. Loads of dried fruits. Complex maltbill. Rather hot - yet balanced enough to make it work. Lovely BW , but not a true masterpiece, unlike most JWB.