Another Polish beer tonight: Black Boss Porter This is a porter that, true to its name, is black... or at least very dark brown. I'm drinking it tonight out of one of my "My goodness, My Guinness!" pint glasses. It certainly could pass for the quintessential Irish stout if one did not attempt to smell or taste it.The nose is subtle, earthy and with notes of cocoa. On the palate, Malt takes center stage (as the style dictates). A strong malt bitterness leads off, opening to a rich cocoa and coffee mid-palate. There is some definite roasty hints too. The finish is smooth, long and lingering. It's mouth watering long after having swallowed.
And now, after having had a few minutes to come up to temperature hints of maple syrup are becoming evident in the nose and palate
Black Boss isn't overly heavy, but it is defiantly a substantial beer. At 9.4% ABV, it's sitting right on the 'imperial' fence.
This is a really tasty, interesting, complex porter. I wish I had opened it on a night with more time to kill, because its a beer that deserves to be nursed. I think this single pint has maybe an hour and a half of enjoyment if I did it right. But I'm off to bed, for the mountains are calling. Tomorrow is a SKI DAY!
8 out of 10
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