 SilkTork (3882), Rochester, Kent, England
Oct 3, 2003 Updated: Nov 7, 2004
Chappel Beer Fest, Pump. Another beer I’ve been hunting for some time. This was devised and first brewed at Pitfield where it became famous, especially among Grateful Dead fans who would always buy up all stocks when the band played in London. When the Evening Star pub in Brighton wanted to become a brewpub they enlisted the help and support of the Pitfield head brewer Rob Jones who then joined them bringing his own recipes with him. It was only natural that they named the new brewery after this awesome ale.
The beer is heavenly dark with a mixed bubble top. Wonderful. Notes of sweet licorice in aroma. Licorice again in flavour. Body is medium, perfect condition, soft and gentle. Long lingering dry licorice finish. A superb beer. Awesomely dark and tangy. World class. [4.4]
Frog & Toad Bonfire Fest. Known, at the moment, as Original (stupid idea, which I hope they will change soon) this is a deeply drinkable and totally spanking ale. I simply love this beer. [4.9]
TEJA (92), Stockholm, Sweden
Aug 14, 2008 Draught at O.T.
Light grey foam that lingers.
Small aroma of roasted malts that is also present in the taste. The bitterness comes after some time.
gnoff (2586), Göteborg, Sweden
Aug 11, 2008 (Cask at OT, Stockholm on August 9, 2008)
As "Dark Star The Original"
Clear dark brown to red color, small tan head. Roasted malt, hoppy, sweet taste. Lingering roasted and salty aftertaste. Sweet, roasted, fruity and salty scent. Smooth mouthfeel, low to medium bitterness. Rather big afterbitterness.
mirjukka (379), LOHJA, Finland
Jun 15, 2008 cask at Kitty’s Helsinki 120608
named Original (day one)
color:dark brown transparent, bright after settle
Taste:mildish,bit young? dark malts bit hops not so strong aftertaste at all
SaintMatty (485), Tallinn, Estonia
May 23, 2008 Cask (St. Urhos, Helsinki)- Dark brown in colour with red tinges. Malty aroma with some chocolate and a light hoppiness. There is also some sweetness in the aroma. Fairly bitter and fruity taste with chocolate. The finish lingers but is fairly pleasant.
mjs (524), Helsinki, Finland
May 15, 2008 (As Dark Star Original, Cask at St. Urhos’ on 2008-05-08) Deep amber colour. Light tan-colour head of medium size. Sweet malty nose. Medium palate. Lots of roasted malts. Bit burnt taste.
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