Signature Brew has launched Nocturne, a Black IPA that showcases the new Talus hop from Yakima Chief Hops.

The 6.66% beer boasts notes of grapefruit and violet, melding with blasts of tropical fruit and the embers of a roasted malt character.

The beer’s name, Nocturne, denotes a piece of music inspired by the night – a moniker perfect for an IPA this black.  

The custom Nocturne black metal logo has the YCH hop logo sprouting from it. Clocking in at a very fitting (genuinely unintended) 6.66% ABV, look for a 6.66 spot laminated across the artwork.

The brewery explained: “The appearance is very dark, with a slight red tint when held to the light.

“You’ll find medium carbonation; aromas of intense pink grapefruit and violet with a little tropical fruit in the background; a very subtle roast malt character is also present, suggesting lightly roasted coffee; to taste, you’ll find a slight roasted malt flavour which is washed away by overwhelming big fruity and floral hops and a refreshing, crisp bitterness.”