Yule Christmas Ale

◎ Aussehen

Pours a warm burnt orange to amber hue with excellent clarity. The head is moderate and persistent, leaving fine lacing on the glass as it recedes. Carbonation appears moderate, supporting a soft, inviting visual presence.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with honeyed sweetness and dried stone fruit, particularly raisin and apricot. Warm spice notes of cinnamon dominate the mid-palate aromatics, complemented by candied orange peel and subtle zest. A gentle malt backbone provides depth without overshadowing the seasonal spice blend.

◐ Geschmack

Entry is soft and malty-sweet, with brown sugar and honeyed grain flavors. The mid-palate develops into fruitcake and spiced dried fruit character, echoing the aromatic promise. Bittering is restrained at 28 IBU, allowing the sweet spice to lead; a faint citrus peel dryness emerges on the close without harsh edges.

◑ Abgang

The finish is medium-short with a lingering warmth and faint echo of orange peel. Residual sweetness and the soft, chewy mouthfeel persist gently into the aftertaste.