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A golden Valentine's ale at 4.8%, on draught in February. It is the only Harvey's beer with oats in the mash: pinhead oats alongside malted barley give a smooth feel, and English and continental hops are combined. Floral notes and a hint of ginger lead, mellowing into a gentle, sweet bitterness. It was first brewed in 1999, when Rodin's sculpture 'The Kiss' returned to Lewes for an exhibition.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralspicymalty
floral
spicy
malty
clean
hoppy
Aroma
Delicate floral notes lead the bouquet, followed by a subtle whisper of ginger that adds complexity without overwhelming.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kiss

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue, clean and inviting, with good clarity throughout. The head is modest but persistent, with fine carbonation creating steady streams of bubbles. Lacing clings gently to the glass as the level drops.

bright goldencleanpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Delicate floral notes lead the bouquet, followed by a subtle whisper of ginger that adds complexity without overwhelming. The Malz foundation is soft and understated, while English and continental Edelhopfen contribute a refined herbal character. Oats in the mash contribute to a smooth, rounded aromatic profile.

floralginger spicegentle herbal

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and velvety, with the pinhead oats creating a silky mouthfeel that defines the palate experience. Mid-palate develops subtle sweetness balanced by a restrained bitterness, while the ginger note returns briefly before mellowing. The 20 IBUs provide structure without aggression, allowing the Malz and oat character to remain central.

smooth, oatygentle sweetrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and medium-length, fading gracefully with a lingering sweetness and the faintest herbal echo. A pleasing dryness emerges without harshness.

clean fadelingering sweetness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
78
Finish
75
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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