This was an interesting stout.  Undeniably strong.  Rich and malty with hints of chocolate.  The Anise was overpowering though.  As long as it was ICE cold then the anise was just another flavor that didn't linger. The second pouring (can't fit a whole 22oz in an American pint) was a bit warmed up and that ended any enjoyment out of this.  All you could taste was anise, it was like drinking a pint of strait jagermeister. So if you enjoy anise and want to experiment a bit then pick this up, just make sure you keep it COLD!