Continuing our late spring/early summer odyssey through some British beers, we turn to a young company making outstanding beers: the Black Sheep brewery in Yorkshire. The Riggwelter is a dark, dark, dark beer with a slight reddish tinge around the edges. As you might expect, the nose is strongly infused with coffee and cocoa notes. I didn't detect bananas as the brewers maintain one should. Given that, it is surprising that this ale is not strongly bitter. It has a smooth, full and rich body, but a short finish. A refreshing drink that is on the edge of greatness.
Minor achievement: This is my 100th posting to this blog. It has taken me quite a while, indicating I am far from prolific or diligent, but it is a minor achievement.
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