Northern Decadence

Dark, Powerful and Seriously Decadent

Northern Decadence by Põhjala is a massive Barrel Aged Imperial Stout from the Estonian brewery’s Cellar Series. This powerful stout is aged in Swedish single malt whisky barrels, combining intense roasted flavours with chocolate, smoke and the warming character of whisky.

The aroma immediately reveals what’s in store: smoky whisky and milk chocolate take centre stage, followed by subtle notes of cinnamon, vanilla and white pepper.

On the palate, Northern Decadence starts rich and sweet with a pronounced chocolate character. This is followed by mineral, slightly salty and peaty whisky notes. The long, warming finish makes this a beer to savour slowly – definitely not your everyday stout.

What it tastes like

Intense, full-bodied and warming. Sweet chocolate meets smoky, slightly peaty whisky, accompanied by vanilla, spices and powerful dark malt flavours.

Aroma: Smoky whisky, milk chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, white pepper
Taste: Chocolatey, sweet, smoky, mineral and slightly peaty
Colour: Very dark brown to almost black
Mouthfeel: Rich, full-bodied and warming
Finish: Very long with a pleasant alcoholic warmth

Perfect with

• Chocolate desserts
• Brownies & chocolate cake
• Strong blue cheese
• Aged hard cheese
• Roasted nuts
• Or simply enjoyed on its own as a digestif

Facts at a glance

Beer style: Barrel Aged Imperial Stout
Brewery: Põhjala
Series: Cellar Series
Origin: Tallinn, Estonia
Alcohol: 14.5% ABV
Volume: 0.33 l
Bitterness: 40 IBU
Original Gravity / OG: 34.6°
Hops: Azacca
Barrel ageing: Swedish single malt whisky barrels
Serving temperature: 12–16°C
Character: Powerful, chocolatey, smoky, complex and warming

Malt

Pilsner, Red Active, Special B, Caramel 300, Chocolate, Pale Chocolate and Carafa Special T-3.

Ingredients

Water, barley malt, hops, yeast.