The pour is certainly very, very dark brown if not quite black in hue. Quite a few ruby red highlights, but not quite a jet-black as I was anticipating.
Aroma is really quite sweet with a little roastiness.
Taste is very smooth and sweet, with the bitterness reserved for the very end of the short finish. Some carbonation in the mouthfeel and the head is a little more “airy” than the style would suggest.
Very drinkable RIS considering the strength.