Butcombe Original

◎ Appearance

Butcombe Original presents as a bright amber, with a warm copper hue characteristic of its 12 SRM profile. The beer holds a dense, cream-colored head with good retention and fine lacing. Carbonation is moderate and even throughout, creating a soft, inviting visual presence in the glass.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with peppery and herbal notes from the proprietary English hop blend, supported by a clean, grainy maltiness from the Maris Otter base. There is a subtle spice quality that evolves with temperature, with no dominant floral or citrus character—the hops remain classically restrained and dry.

◐ Taste

The palate is notably dry and bitter, with a crisp entry that emphasizes the 28 IBUs without harshness. Maris Otter malt provides gentle caramel and bread-like backbone, while peppery hop bitterness dominates the mid-palate and builds toward a lingering, dry finish. The beer is smooth and well-integrated, with no astringency.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and dry, with the bitterness and spice lingering pleasantly without becoming aggressive. The aftertaste remains clean and hoppy, fading gradually with a slight mineral dryness.