Theobroma, Dogfish Head

Here comes my first beer review ever. In Dogfish own words:  "This beer is based on chemical analysis of pottery fragments found in Honduras which revealed the earliest known alcoholic chocolate drink used by early civilizations to toast special occasions. The discovery of this beverage pushed back the earliest use of cocoa for human consumption more than 500 years to 1200 BC. As per the analysis, Dogfish Heads Theobroma (translated into 'food of the gods') is brewed with Aztec cocoa powder and cocoa nibs (from our friends at Askinosie Chocolate), honey, chilies, and annatto (fragrant tree seeds). It's light in color - not what you expect with your typical chocolate beer. Not that you'd be surpised that we'd do something unexpected with this beer!

This beer is part of our Ancient Ales series - along with Midas Touch, Chateau Jiahu, and other - step back in time and enjoy some Theobroma."  

I liked it.  It has very unusual flavor profile.  There is a clear cocoa aftertaste yet there is no sweetness.  Cardamon is also clearly present,  It is worth the try.  I wouldn't however consider it very food friendly.  I am not sure what would a good pairing be for it.