Nøgne Ø Dugges Sahti

Sahti is an unhopped beer style that originates from Finland, and this particular sahti is a co-adventure between Norway's Nøgne Ø and Sweden's Dugges. I guess it's sort of a pan-Scandinavian tribute? This one tips the scales at 24 IBU and 11% abv, and is brewed with a variety of fun ingredients, including rye, heather flowers, juniper twigs and something called "sea wormwood." Orange-copper in colour, the most transient head and no real lacing. Strong honey aroma and flavours, herbal and floral notes, along with a malty bitterness on the finish. Smooth, there's a definite heft to this, yet the carbonation and tartness of the fruit brings balance. It isn't "hot", but the 11% is felt keenly. Definitely a (tasty) sipper.