it is a good beer, smooth and drinkable, especially for 8% ABV, but there are far better examples of the style.lacqueredmouse, Dec 25, 20103.65/5 rDev -2.1%look: 4 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75Appearance: Near black with a quick-rising frothy off-white head.