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🌍 United Kingdom · English Bitter · One of 15 English Bitters in hopIQ

Bath's most celebrated real ale — "Beer of the Festival" at multiple CAMRA festivals and CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain finalist 2001. Named after the famous bell-ringers of Bath Abbey directly opposite the brewery. A perfectly balanced session bitter with delicate hop aroma and clean finish.

ABV
4.2%
IBU
30
SRM
golden6

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

balanced
100%
malty
75%
grain
63%
medium-bodied
50%
crisp
50%
clean finish
38%
bitter
38%
bread
25%
dry
25%
floral
25%
caramel
25%
refreshing
25%

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About English Bitter

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What is a English Bitter?

English Bitter is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Bellringer

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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