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Sometimes, when a meal is particularly good or we just really enjoy a beer, we go overboard. The Bible rails against this kind of excess and classifies it as a mortal sin, along with pride , envy and other unforgivable emotions. Fortunately, nowadays people no longer see it quite so narrowly and allow themselves the occasional deviation from virtue.

The Munich Brew Mafia understands this kind of humanity and, with its #sevensins series, takes a humorous look at character traits beyond the Ten Commandments. Their beer-based interpretation of gluttony is a fabulously delicious smoked bock with an unconventional addition: in addition to Talus hops, select malts, water and yeast, mustard seeds are also on the list of ingredients. Anyone who fears that this brew is a completely hearty affair can breathe a sigh of relief: the brewery has combined strong smoky notes, roasted malt, fresh hops and mustard so harmoniously that it doesn’t feel like you’ve just bitten into a bratwurst roll with mustard.

This spectacular delicacy flows into the glass in a copper-red chestnut brown and is crowned with a crown of thick, ivory-colored foam. Strong smoke captivates all the senses and combines on the tongue with tenderly melting caramel, dark roasted grain and the hearty spiciness and gentle sharpness of mustard. An extraordinary pleasure!