Kichesippi Wuchak Black
Kichesippi Beer Co.

Kichesippi Wuchak BlackKichesippi Wuchak Black
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From:
Kichesippi Beer Co.
 
Ontario, Canada
Style:
Black IPA
ABV:
6.4%
Score:
86
Avg:
3.81 | pDev: 8.66%
Reviews:
8
Ratings:
22
Status:
Active
Rated:
Feb 24, 2018
Added:
Jan 24, 2012
Wants:
  0
Gots:
  4
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Ratings by icormier:
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Reviewed by icormier from Canada (ON)

3.94/5  rDev +3.4%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Tall cans bought at LCBO in Ottawa - I've also had it on tap with similar results. Nearly pitch black, with a nice roasted odour and taste. A great black ale and by far my favourite Kichesippi offering - hoping it becomes a permanent fixture.
Jan 09, 2016
More User Ratings:
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Rated by Pmicdee from Canada (ON)

3.5/5  rDev -8.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
For a beer that I didn’t think I was going to like, I was happily surprised.
Feb 24, 2018
 
Rated: 4.07 by StormAles from Canada (ON)

Jun 29, 2017
 
Rated: 3.87 by binno from Canada (ON)

Mar 03, 2017
 
Rated: 3.5 by boszormeny from Canada (ON)

Mar 01, 2017
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Reviewed by thehyperduck from Canada (ON)

3.87/5  rDev +1.6%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
473 mL can from the LCBO; no apparent canning date. Listed at 6%, this black IPA was served slightly chilled.

Pours a deep-hued mahogany brown colour - dark, but not quite opaque, as some lovely ruby-red tinges become visible when the glass is held to the light. One finger of creamy, beige-coloured head is produced from the pour, but proceeds to wilt over the next 2 or 3 minutes, soon being replaced by a creamy collar of foam and an attractive ring of lace. Roasted malts characterize most of the nose, with notes of black coffee, cocoa and molasses. Hints of smoke (assuming my sniffer is not playing tricks on me), with some earthy hops, wet soil and pine.

A respectable black ale; one that falls on the sweeter, more malt-forward side of that category. Roasted grains, coffee grounds and a hint of dark chocolate come through initially, followed up by well-integrated hop flavours on the back end. Pine resin and earthy bitterness blend together with subtle hints of citrus pith and perhaps a few floral notes. Finishes earthy, with a touch of cocoa powder that is easy to miss amidst the bitter, lingering hop notes which dominate the aftertaste. Medium in body, with moderately assertive carbonation that contributes a modestly crisp bite to the otherwise-smooth texture. Good drinkability for a black IPA, in that the hops and malts are fairly well-proportioned with regards to each other; this a balanced, flavourful strong ale that should be able to satisfy, if not outright impress, a plurality of beer geeks.

Final Grade: 3.87, a B+. Kichesippi's Wuchak Black is a fine example of a style that continues to be somewhat underrepresented in this province. Despite being pretty hoppy and bitter, it's not ridiculously so - the tasty roasted malt flavours ensure that everything remains relatively balanced, so you don't necessarily have to be a hophead to appreciate this one. As a seasonal beer that isn't available locally, it might be a while before I have the opportunity to pick up more of this - but I'll keep my eyes peeled for more. Worth a shot.
Jan 05, 2017
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Reviewed by taxandbeerguy from Canada (ON)

3.33/5  rDev -12.6%
look: 4.25 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.25
473 ml can served cold into a pint glass. Purchased from Fortinos for $2.80 CDN. This version is advertised at 6.0% ABV. packaged Jan 15, 2016.

Appearance - Ominous black color with a tremendous 4 finger brown head. Greta retention on top and loads of lacing left behind too.

Smell - Rather roasty with dark chocolate and especially coffee making an appearance. Some earthy and vaguely citrusy notes, with orange and grapefruit being the most prominent of those. Nose just is't quite as big as I'd expect, but does improve after the head fades away.

Taste - A little burnt coffee flavor and some bitterness, but missing the hop explosion here. Just misses going to that next level that would be a very solid IPA. Taste seems stale, so maybe I will need to procure a fresher sample.

Mouthfeel - Dry finish and chalky mouthfeel was described at least one other reviewer. I couldn't have said it better myself. Carbonation is there, but doesn't seem as expressive as it should.

Overall - Kichesippi's Wuchak Black didn't live up to some reasonably lofty expectations I had, but I am willing to give this one more try and hopefully try a fresher sample as this beer was elderly and tasted like it. Probably worth a shot if you can get a reasonably fresh sample.
Aug 20, 2016
 
Rated: 3.41 by kelvarnsen from Canada (ON)

Jun 21, 2016
 
Rated: 3.38 by Molson2000 from Canada (ON)

Mar 03, 2016
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Reviewed by Sammy from Canada (ON)

3.44/5  rDev -9.7%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.25
LCBO can. Syrupy malty beginning, with dry finish(dry and chalky mouthfeel). The ingredients are here, but the integration and flavour is lacking. Lots of lace.
Feb 19, 2016
 
Rated: 4 by GoHabsGo from Canada (ON)

Feb 16, 2016
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Reviewed by Boo-urns from Canada (ON)

4.5/5  rDev +18.1%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
Yum. Foamy head. Dark. Bitter finish, lots of rich caramel maltiness, balanced by very bitter dry finish. A nice pleasant aftertaste that lasts.....kinda of an earthy taste. I like it.
Feb 03, 2016
 
Rated: 3.75 by Jotora from Canada (ON)

Jan 30, 2016
 
Rated: 3.69 by nullbort from Canada (ON)

Dec 21, 2015
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Reviewed by Roby923 from Canada (AB)

4.22/5  rDev +10.8%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Veritable black IPA. Really enjoyed this batch from the brewery bought canned in August from the source. They used Mosaic hops in this one to give it a punchy aggressive hop flavour. Balanced with some roasted malts. Grab as many as you can as its a limited edition brew for 2015.
Aug 26, 2015
 
Rated: 3.85 by Simon212 from Canada (ON)

Jul 26, 2015
 
Rated: 3.38 by Tyler_V2 from Canada (ON)

Apr 04, 2015
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Reviewed by mtomlins from Canada (ON)

3.92/5  rDev +2.9%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
On draught at Bite Burger. I was surprised by the appearance of this beer, deep black with a tan head that lasted the entire pint and left a lot of lacing; kudos! The nose and taste also let one know they were drinking a black IPA with nice roasted characteristics but with a standard bittering hop only profile. A solid beer that flies a bit under the radar given the brewery.
Dec 30, 2014
 
Rated: 4 by Yoozeo from Canada (ON)

Apr 05, 2013
 
Rated: 3.75 by ThinkAgain from Canada (ON)

Feb 24, 2013
Kichesippi Wuchak Black from Kichesippi Beer Co.
Beer rating: 86 out of 100 with 22 ratings