As the sixth book, it continues the adventures of Hirschberg and his team (Susan and Rosina), maintaining the consistent style of the previous titles, which typically pair a food item with a cause of death (e.g., Kruzifix und Kräuterschnaps or Leberkäs und Hackebeil ). AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more

The story is set in the village of Krindelsdorf, where brewery owner Brandl is on the verge of a major international deal for his "Klosterbier" (abbey beer). The peace is disrupted when a corpse is discovered in the brewery's mash tun, turning the beer into what the media calls "Leichenbräu" (corpse brew). Chief Inspector Alexander Hirschberg must navigate a village full of secrets, eccentric locals, and family rivalries to solve the murder.

It is described as a light, fast-paced read that avoids boredom by mixing family drama with monastery mysteries.

Readers on Thalia highlight the comedic performance of Pastor Schmalzengruber and the antics of Tante Isobel and her pug, Picasso, as highlights of the series.