This beer is based on a beverage that may have been enjoyed by the Etruscans of Ancient Italy around 800 BC.  For this one Sam traveled to Italy with Dr. Pat McGovern where they met up with Teo and Leo (Sam’s buddies from Baladin Brewery and Birra Del Borgo respectively) and researched ingredients from various Etruscan dig sites.  The result of their research is a strong ale containing an Italian heirloom grain called Cappelli Senatore, along with pomegranate juice, raisins, and hazelnut flour, together with 3 types of honey: chestnut, wildflower, and clover.  The brew was then spiced with several hop flowers, Gentian root and tree resin (think Myrrh) in the kettle.    The flavor is an intriguing interplay between the tangy pomegranate fruit and nuttiness from the hazelnut flower.  8% ABV.