harald- berliner braunbier

Brown beer is a historic beer style from Northern Germany that combines richly roasted, dark malts, moderate alcohol content, and full-bodied depth with a wonderful complexity. In Berlin, this style has taken on a special form: Berliner Braunbier is the chestnut-brown counterpart to Berliner Weisse and is traditionally fermented with Brettanomyces. Thanks to this special yeast culture, the brew is both malty and sour—a rare specialty with centuries of history and plenty of character.

"Harald," crafted by Schneeeule Berlin, is an impressive representative of this almost forgotten style. With 6.5% ABV, it brings power and zest to the glass. Its soft, fawn-brown color promises full-bodied enjoyment, delivering the finest aromas of roasted malt, dark chocolate, and caramelized rock candy. But what truly makes Harald special is the contrast between malty richness and surprisingly intense acidity.

A lively carbonation carries notes of gooseberry, citrus zest, and burgundy berries—accompanied by a pleasant astringency and a hint of "funk," typical of Brettanomyces. On the palate, robust notes of oven-fresh rye bread alternate with fruity acidity and subtle caramel sweetness before the beer concludes with a dry, almost chocolatey finish.

Harald is a journey of enjoyment that bridges the gap between traditional Berlin brewing and modern wild fermentation, delighting with finesse, complexity and depth.