Box Steam Christmas Box Dark Ale

Difford's Guide

alc./vol: 5%

Proof: 10°

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: No age statement

Product of: Product of United Kingdom United Kingdom

First released in November 2012 as a Christmas-themed limited edition, this porter styled ale is described on the label as being “a dark and spicy Christmas ale”.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 21/11/2013

Appearance:

(sample bbe Feb-15) Opaque very dark brown – almost black with lasting beige head and lacing.

Aroma:

Brown bread and cocoa with earthy note and a whiff of dung/farmyard.

Taste:

Dry, burnt toast and cocoa with faint heavily roasted coffee.

Aftertaste:

Liquorice, coal dust and cocoa.

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Product Information

Barcode UPC: 5060167340185
Bottle Size: 700 ml
Closure: Crown cap

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Produced by: Box Steam Brewery
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