Old Heathen

From a fourteen month old bottle. Pours opaque with a half glass of brown foam. Almost frothing as it recedes the foam stays for a while not leaving too much behind. Aroma is faint but roasted malt and cocoa seem to set in. Not much else. Taste is big on the roasted malt with coffee and cocoa adding some interesting flavors to mix with. Some sweetness that is caramel and molasses in nature. Medium body with no carbonation. Dries the palate quickly and thoroughly. Is it safe to say that Old Heathen is the base beer for Heresy? Not an off the charts based on size, which makes it refreshing by comparison. Solid. Enjoy!