21st Amendment Back in Black Black IPA

21st Amendment Back in Black Black IPA. American IPA brewed with rich dark malts. 6.85 ABV. 65 IBU.

Fully black, big, booming cocoa-tan head, leaving lace.

Aroma: hops are up front in this one, leading the charge, plenty of pine, with fruity fringes. Very nice. Perfect for a pale ale or an IPA, but the color's wrong, isn't it?

Taste: Mmm. Medium-bodied, short finish, easy drinking…and a mash-up of hops and malt. I've stated my disdain for many examples of this style, but I've got to keep trying them to see how they shake out. Hops are on top, shine brightly, but don't overpower the malts. Just a touch of roast, not enough to mistake it for a porter. More would make it much more of a clash. As it is, a nice blend.
Terrific balance, good consumability.

This one goes into the win column for the black IPA sweepstakes. It's a good beer, and you can drink it.