On November 8, Mark Lipton wrote:
>> I tried Arrogant ******* ale yesterday, a dark brew.
>> The only thing I noticed was a strong burnt taste, like
>> french roast coffee. I can't say it was pleasant, though
>> at least it got a rise out of my taste buds,
>> Does this character indicate malty or hoppy?
>
> I'm not much of an ale drinker, but it sounds to me like they gave the
> malt a dark roast, as they do with Porter and Stout.

Perhaps.

But those normally have a sweet taste, where this had none.
How do they impart that sweetness, anyhow?

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Rich