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Brewers Strength Original

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A pronounced bitterness runs through a balance of malt and hop flavours and ends in a dry finish. Brewers Strength Original is the amber-coloured, stronger version of the brewery's Original bitter, at 4.8% against that beer's 4.0% on cask and 4.5% in the bottle. Pubs were still pouring it on cask in September 2026.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Clean, dry bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppymaltycaramel
hoppy
malty
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with restrained noble hop character — floral and slightly herbal — backed by warm malt notes of caramel and biscuit.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Brewers Strength Original

◎ Appearance

Amber-coloured with good clarity and a substantial off-white head that clings to the glass. The carbonation is lively, evident in a steady stream of bubbles rising through the body. The colour sits deep in the amber register, reflecting the underlying malt character.

amber, clearpersistent headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with restrained noble hop character — floral and slightly herbal — backed by warm malt notes of caramel and biscuit. There is no aggressive yeast presence; the overall impression is balanced and inviting, with the malt foundation supporting the hop framework.

noble hops, floralcaramel maltbiscuit notes

◐ Taste

Pronounced bitterness unfolds across the palate, though it remains measured and refined rather than harsh. Malt sweetness of caramel and toffee plays against the hop bitterness throughout the mid-palate, creating a taut equilibrium. The body is smooth and full enough to carry the flavours without heaviness.

bitter, definedcaramel sweetnessbalanced structure

◑ Finish

The finish is decisively dry, with bitterness persisting cleanly into the aftertaste. The drying sensation leaves the mouth refreshed, inviting another sip.

dry, lingeringclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
80
Appearance
78
Finish
77
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

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