Paradox Isle of Arran

Apperance: A black beer! Brown rather small head, good lacing however. (3.5)
Aroma: The smell is pungent, wood, smoke, coffee, and a musky old barn. (4)
Taste: The taste is almost overpowering in it's rich smoky burnt flavors, some sweet liqorice and a good bitterness. But mostly dusty earth notes. Something like a liquid smoked sausage. (4.5)
Palate: The mouthfeel is coarse, the carbonation is medium. (4)
Overall: This is an interesting beer that needs the right surroundings, for example a salty hard cheese like an Edamer or a not to ripe Brie. And Celtic Punk. (4)

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