Delirium Nocturnum (75cl, 8.5%)

A Belgian strong dark ale brewed at 8.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. It is brewed by Huyghe Brewery in Melle, East Flanders, Belgium, and is top-fermented, bottle-conditioned and triple-fermented with three yeast strains and five malts, with licorice and coriander added. Rich dark fruit, dates and berries lead the aroma, followed by bread-like yeast, subtle chocolate, toffee, caramel and licorice. The palate is soft and rounded, with honey, ripe banana, peppery spiciness, dark roasted malt, candied fruit, mocha and anise. The finish is medium-long, with bitter roast, residual sweetness and faint tartness.