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Steam Train

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A deep golden ale at 4.5% in which subtle English hops and sweet crystal malt combine to a honeyed character. Steam Train takes the September slot in the seasonal calendar of Charnwood Brewery, the family-run brewery in Loughborough.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
honeymaltynoble hop
honey
malty
noble hop
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose reveals a refined English hop character with gentle floral and herbal notes, complemented by the sweet presence of crystal malt.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Steam Train

◎ Appearance

Steam Train presents a deep golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings well to the glass. The carbonation is lively but restrained, creating a steady stream of fine bubbles that maintain steady lacing throughout the drinking experience.

deep goldenclear, brightpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose reveals a refined English hop character with gentle floral and herbal notes, complemented by the sweet presence of crystal malt. Honeyed tones emerge as the beer warms, suggesting a delicate balance between malt sweetness and subtle noble hop character.

honeyed, sweetEnglish hops, floralcrystal malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with approachable sweetness from the crystal malt, developing a soft, honeyed mid-palate with notes of grain and subtle herbal complexity. Bitterness remains low and integrated, allowing the malt character to lead while the English hops provide gentle definition without assertiveness.

honeyed, maltysoft, approachablerestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively brief, fading to a gentle malty warmth without lingering harshness. A subtle honey note persists in the aftertaste, leaving the palate refreshed and balanced.

clean, dryhoneyed warmth
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C. Light and refreshing — serve cold to keep the delicate hop and malt balance intact.

Pint glass

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

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About Golden Ale

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