Náhlá smrt

◎ Appearance

Deep garnet to near-black in the glass, with only a hint of translucence at the edges when held to light. The dense, tan head settles to a persistent collar with fine Schaumhaftung along the sides. Unfiltered and unpasteurized, a faint haze confirms the living character of this strong ale.

◌ Aroma

Complex and layered, leading with dark roasted grain—coffee grounds and cocoa—underlaid by woody, resinous American hop character. Beneath sits a fruity undercurrent of stone fruit and berries, with a warming alcohol note that speaks to the 10% ABV without dominating. No harsh solvent edges; the yeast works cleanly in the background.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bold roasted-malt bitterness, charred and slightly smoky, followed by a fruity-citrus hop bite that builds across the mid-palate. The full body carries a pleasant warming alcohol presence that integrates rather than shouts. Bitterness persists firmly but remains balanced against the malt backbone, with hints of grapefruit zest and dark chocolate throughout.

◑ Finish

Long and dry, with the bitter and roasted notes holding center stage. A subtle citric edge lingers on the aftertaste, while the warming alcohol and malt tannins fade gradually.