Serif Normal Bolat 3 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Whiskey Sour' by Fenotype, 'Bogue' and 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype, and 'Raspberie' by Variatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial display, branding, confident, vintage, friendly, robust, storybook, display impact, warm classicism, approachable authority, retro flavor, bracketed, ball terminals, soft serifs, bulbous, ink-trap feel.
A heavy, rounded serif with strongly sculpted strokes and visibly bracketed serifs that flare into soft, bulb-like terminals. Curves are generous and somewhat inflated, giving bowls and counters a plump, high-ink presence, while junctions often show carved notches that suggest an ink-trap-like treatment. The rhythm is compact and sturdy with short extenders and a substantial baseline footprint; capitals are broad and stable, and lowercase forms lean toward single-storey simplicity where expected (notably the g). Numerals are similarly weighty and rounded, designed to hold shape at display sizes with clear, chunky silhouettes.
Best suited to headlines and display typography where its weight and rounded serif details can read clearly, such as posters, book covers, and editorial openers. It can also work well for branding and packaging that want a traditional feel with a friendly, contemporary softness, especially in shorter phrases or prominent callouts.
The overall tone is bold and personable, blending old-style warmth with a slightly theatrical, poster-like punch. Its rounded serifs and soft terminals add approachability, while the deep color and confident shapes give it a classic, attention-getting presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif voice with amplified weight and rounded, inviting details, prioritizing strong silhouette and personality for display use. The carved joins and soft terminals suggest an aim for robust reproduction and a distinctive texture in bold settings.
Spacing in the sample text reads comfortably tight for a heavy face, producing a cohesive dark texture. The design emphasizes soft corners and sculpted joins over sharp, delicate detailing, which helps maintain clarity in large headings and short bursts of text.