Time to taste a special Italian strong, red beer from Menaresta brewery. Drink with me Felina Scottish Ale brewed with a sprinkle of cinnamon!
 
Service temperature:  8-10° C
 
VISUAL ANALYSIS
Foam: ivory, mousse-like. Good retention and good adhesion to the glass surface.
Appearance: light brown to deep copper with ruby reflections.
Effervescence: low.
OLFACTORY ANALYSIS
Scent/ olfactory sensation: caramel and rich toffee hints, liquorice, a fine hint of smoke followed by honeydew, honey and sweet biscuit. A gentle touch of spice.
Intensity of aroma: very intense.
Refinement of aroma: inviting.
GUSTATORY PERCEPTION
Tactile sensation: full-bodied, not sticky but pretty rich and round in the mouth.
Intensity of aroma: very intense.
Taste: good malty sweetness of toffee, caramel balanced by a mild spicy bitterness.
Olfacto- Gustatory sensation/ back aroma: thick sweetness reminds me of toffee and biscuit, sweet short pastry a drop of honeydew, cooked pear and baked apple, a fine impression of spices.
Persistence of aroma/ end: pleasant dry finish that proposes spices, liquorice and toasted nuts.
OVERALL IMPRESSION: classic and strong, easy to drink and hard to forget.
VEG FOOD PAIRING: spicy and savoury dishes, baked potatoes and roots with ripe cheeses. Perfect with desserts: short pastry with custard, caramel nuts or jams.