Since Hendrik the Builder was a Frisian, Ragnar knew he most likely appreciated a strong brew, so he brought forth a specialized cask of stout that he had developed.
It used the local Titan barley as a basis, fortified with imported hops and allowed to age in charred oak.
The man instantly tasted the dark liquid and his eyes widened with surprise; it was intense but had a robust flavor and was unlike the watered-down swill he had encountered in Wessex.
Hendrik immediately asked about the brew.
"What is this? I have never had such a stout before. It tastes like... progress."
Ragnar chuckled lightly, adjusting his monocle before briefly explaining the origin of the stout.
"I call it the 'Titan Reserve'. It is a specialty we brew right here in the industrial sector. I find it optimal for late-night audits."
