The word 'robust' aptly describes every single characteristic of this liberally malted and generally ballsy IPA. The flavors of jet black treacle toffee and charred caramelized pork fat smolder on the tongue with a presence and weight not common for India Pale Ales. On the back end, a pitch perfect pine forward citrusy pucker continually works to prime the palate for that next inevitable and satisfying sip. This IPA is playing in a smoky league of its own.