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Chris Moose

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Roasty notes and bitterness shape this pale red beer, a Christmas seasonal. Chris Moose runs at 4.1% and the brewery calls it the taste of Christmas. It dates back to 2015, and venues across England poured it on cask and draught through January and February 2026, well after the festive days were over.

ABV
4.1%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
roastedtoastymalty
roasted
toasty
malty
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with roasted grain character and subtle toasted bread notes, underpinned by a restrained herbal bitterness from noble-type hops.
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Chris Moose

◎ Appearance

Chris Moose presents a clear, pale red hue characteristic of its style, with a moderate head that settles into a persistent collar. The beer displays good carbonation and clean lacing that clings to the glass. Light catches the liquid with a translucent copper glow.

pale copperclearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with roasted grain character and subtle toasted bread notes, underpinned by a restrained herbal bitterness from noble-type hops. Caramel sweetness emerges in the background, creating a balanced aromatic profile that recalls winter spice without overwhelming the senses. No harsh astringency intrudes.

roasted graintoasted breadcaramel sweetnessherbal hop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with roasted malt and a toasty, biscuit-like foundation that builds through the mid-palate. Bitterness arrives purposefully—not aggressive—and pairs with the malt character to create a dry, warming sensation. Caramel and smooth malt linger, while hop bitterness (28 IBU) holds the finish taut without drying excessively.

roasted malttoasted biscuitbalanced bitternesswarming

◑ Finish

The finish tapers from the mid-palate bitterness into a malty, slightly sweet aftertaste that persists for several seconds. The overall impression is smooth and settled, without harsh edges or lingering astringency.

malty aftertastesmooth fade
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
75
Taste
78
Appearance
75
Finish
74
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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