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Bath Water

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Bath Water takes its name literally: the golden ale is brewed with water from Bath itself. The grist is low-colour Maris Otter with some caramalt, and English Goldings are added generously. A light malt sweetness meets a firm bitterness, and the finish is dry and bitter. Abbey Ales counts it among its three signature ales, next to Bellringer and Bath Best. It is sold in 500 ml bottles, and the same beer goes out on cask to pubs in Bath.

Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
golden8
Where this beer sits
Body
no reading yet
Sweetness
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Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
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Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
noble hopmaltyclean
noble hop
malty
clean
herbal
hoppy
Aroma
English Goldings hops deliver a restrained floral and herbal character, grounded by a subtle earthiness.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bath Water

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a full, cream-colored head that clings persistently to the glass walls. The carbonation is brisk and well-integrated, creating fine bubbles that rise steadily through the body. The lacing retreats slowly, leaving distinct rings as the beer is consumed.

bright goldexcellent claritypersistent foam

◌ Aroma

English Goldings hops deliver a restrained floral and herbal character, grounded by a subtle earthiness. The Maris Otter and caramalt contribute a soft, biscuity malt foundation with hints of honey and grain sweetness. The overall bouquet is delicate and measured, inviting rather than assertive.

floral Goldingsbiscuit maltgentle honey

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a soft malt sweetness that sits comfortably on the tongue before English Goldings assert themselves with a firm, clean bitterness. The caramalt adds depth and a touch of toasted character without obscuring the hop definition. A dry, bitter finish emerges early and builds toward the aftertaste.

malt-forward entryfirm hop bitternessclean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is decisively dry and bitter, with the Goldings hops providing lasting grip on the palate. The aftertaste lingers with a combination of herbal hop notes and a subtle malt dryness.

drylingering bitterness
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
75
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C. Light and refreshing — serve cold to keep the delicate hop and malt balance intact.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About Golden Ale

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