Zhiguly Barrel Beer (50cl, 9.5%)

A European strong lager brewed at 9.5% ABV in a 500ml bottle by Gubernija Brewery in Šiauliai, Lithuania. The brewery has a brewing heritage of more than 350 years, and its ancient cellars are linked to the aristocracy of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and declared a cultural heritage site. The beer is built on light barley malt and aromatic hops. The nose shows bready lager malt, light caramel sweetness, overripe fruit and mild citrus. The palate has sweet malt, molasses, grain, light mixed fruit, lemon zest and noticeable warmth, with a thick body. The finish is bitter and grassy with a medicinal edge and dry, warming close.