Bell’s Brewery – Uranus
Black Double India Pale Ale
ABV: 9.5%
Bottle
Bottled on: 5/24/15
Best By Date: 11/24/15
Tasting on: 9/2/15
Glass: Snifter
Aroma: Overtones of bright citrus and grapefruit, along with pine. Undertones of chocolate and flowery hops. 9/10
Appearance: Black with deep brown highlights on the edges. Tan head with good retention. 9.5/10
Flavor: Malty chocolate in the beginning followed by hop bitterness and a hint of bourbon in the middle. Mellowed grapefruit notes show up in the end as hop bitterness increases. The aftertaste has a bit of mint from the hops. 18.5/20
Mouthfeel: Medium body with low-moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 8/10
Overall Impression: Upfront, bright hop profile and a complex malt profile. 46/50
Final Score: 91%
