Bombay
A modern take on a traditional English red ale, built on a blend of toasted and caramel malts. The aroma brings dried and red fruit, wholemeal and toasted bread, chocolate and biscuit. It starts soft, then gradually gives way to a gentle, rounded bitterness.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Bombay
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
About Red Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Red Ale?
Red Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.
Finding a similar Red Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same caramel, toasty, bready character as Bombay will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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