As winter wraps the city in crisp air, we gathered to warm ourselves not just with beer, but with stories, fellowship, and bold flavour. The selection this time was for the strong-hearted.
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Karjase Laager (Estonia – Tuletorn Brewing) – 4.7% ABV. A rye-malt lager brewed in Tallinn/Kopli with sourdough leftovers from Karjase Sai bakery. Crisp, clean, with a subtle grainy / bread-like edge.
Sungazing (Romania – Hop Hooligans) – 6% ABV. A bold West-Coast IPA style from Jilava featuring orange peel, pine and tropical hop character. Sharp bitterness, vibrant citrus finish.
Spontan Basil (Belgium – Lindemans) Collaboration with Mikkeller(wild fermentation / lambic style) – 6%. Wild fermentation character, tart and fruity, a contrast that refreshes before the heavier styles to follow.
Kapracis (Grave Digger) – Labietis, Pagan Brews (Latvia)– Smoked Beer | 10.2% ABV. A seriously dark smoked ale with multifaceted bitterness. The apocalyptic aroma of deep char, smoke, and tar coquettishly masks the alcohol’s intensity. The palate continues with peat-smoked and roasted malts, resinous fruity bitterness from Columbus hops, and hints of caramel and candy that keep it in a delicate balance. Finishing with dried fruits and a lingering warmth — a beer for the brave.
Too Old To Die Young – Marsala BA (Bulgaria – Metalhead Brewery) – 15% ABV. A Marsala barrel-aged barleywine aged for over a year. Rich and layered with caramel, dark fruits, and oaky warmth, it’s an indulgent and powerful finale to close the night.