Aroma:
From the first inhale: Bold and expressive. Warm cinnamon, clove, and redwood are topped with fresh mint and wintergreen. Deeper layers of molasses, dark cherry, cacao nibs, and a light camphor-cypress note emerge as the leaves open - cool yet spicy.
Taste:
It is rich and naturally sweet with a mint-spice flavor. Expect dark malt, spiced plum, and raisin supported by mild menthol and citrus-peel brightness. Notes of black liquorice, cherry skin and cocoa complete the profile. The flavor is assertive but refined - it needs no additions and remains composed in many cups.
Mouthfeel:
Full-bodied velvet with a slight cooling sensation on the tongue. The wine coats the palate lightly without being heavy and has depth with a lively mineral edge. When brewed well it has very low astringency. The structure looks plush and does not dry.
Finish:
It was long, layered and clean. Menthol and cinnamon echo with dried-fruit sweetness as the liquor fades, leaving an elegant impression of red berries, soft wood, and warming spice lingering nicely.
Liquor colour:
Color: Crimson-ruby to reddish-copper with good clarity. Eventually cups turn to golden amber but remain vibrant.
Lovely with:
Chocolate, fruit cake, roasted nuts, ginger biscuits, or poured alone as a statement morning tea. Best served with mild cheeses; Possibly also interesting as a chilled brew to highlight the mint and spice flavors.
