Bommen & Granaten

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to copper-brown, clear and brilliant with excellent light transmission. A dense, cream-colored head forms readily and clings persistently to the glass walls, leaving thick lacework as the beer is consumed. Carbonation is moderate and steady.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced dark fruit character—raisins, dried plums, and candied orange peel—laid over a foundation of toasted Malz and subtle caramel. Underlying notes of honey and cake malt emerge as the beer warms, with only a whisper of herbal Edelhopfen in the background. No harsh alcohol burn; the 11% abv integrates seamlessly.

◐ Taste

The palate is full and voluminous, opening with ripe stone fruit and toffee sweetness that dominates the entry and mid-palate. The malty backbone—rich with notes of biscuit and dark caramel—supports without overwhelming. A balanced bitterness (50 IBU) arrives mid-palate and persists gently through the finish, preventing the beer from becoming cloying and providing structure to the alcohol warmth.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and warming, with lingering sweetness and a soft bitter-herbal dryness that extends well into the aftertaste. Alcohol warmth builds gradually without harshness, leaving a slightly sticky, pleasant sensation on the palate.