Pühaste Surmapatt Sauternes Port Whisky BA Imperial Porter

From the frozen forests of Estonia comes one of the most audaciously layered imperial porters to emerge from Northern Europe. Pühaste Brewery’s Surmapatt — meaning “deadly sin” in Estonian — lives up to its name with a triple barrel-aged experience that passes through Sauternes and Port casks before finding its final rest in whisky barrels. The result is a beer of extraordinary complexity, built for collectors who demand more than the ordinary from their glass.

A Rare Triple Barrel Journey

What sets Surmapatt apart is its meticulous, multi-stage maturation process. Beginning life as a robust imperial porter brewed with deep roasted malts, the beer is then sequentially aged in French Sauternes casks, Portuguese Port barrels, and finally whisky wood. Each vessel leaves its fingerprint on the final liquid, stacking layers of influence in a way that few breweries have the patience or craftsmanship to execute. Pühaste, based in Tartu, Estonia, has earned a devoted following across Europe precisely for this kind of ambitious, obsessive barrel work.

Tasting Notes

Pour a deep, near-opaque mahogany with a tan head, and let the aromas breathe. Expect waves of dark chocolate, dried figs, and plum pudding on the nose, intertwined with notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and a gentle whisky warmth. On the palate, the Sauternes influence introduces honeyed stone fruit and a silky sweetness, while the Port barrels lend rich raisin and dark berry depth. The whisky finishing adds a final dimension of smoky caramel and warming spice. The body is full and velvety, with a long, complex finish that lingers beautifully.

Perfect For

• Serious craft beer collectors and barrel-aging enthusiasts
• Pairing with aged hard cheeses, dark chocolate desserts, or rich charcuterie
• Cellar-worthy occasions and thoughtful gifting

Wines & Spirits SA is proud to offer this rare Estonian gem to discerning customers across Switzerland. Available at winesandspirits.ch in strictly limited quantities, Surmapatt represents exactly the kind of extraordinary small-batch release that defines our commitment to sourcing the finest craft and artisanal producers from across the globe.