Star of Eastbourne

◎ Appearance

Pale gold in color with bright clarity and good translucence. The head forms with moderate volume and retains well, showing fine adhesion to the glass as it slowly recedes. Carbonation is lively but controlled, evident in steady streams of small bubbles.

◌ Aroma

The nose presents a full and inviting hop character dominated by citrus and ripe orange marmalade notes. Supporting the fruit are subtle herbal and grassy undertones, with a clean malt base that does not impose itself. No yeast esters or oxidative notes intrude upon the forward hop impression.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with mandarin and continuing citrus from the Admiral hops, balanced by a restrained malty sweetness that frames rather than dominates. A grassy, herbaceous character runs through the mid-palate, adding complexity and texture. Bitterness builds steadily and finishes crisp and dry without harshness.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with the bitterness lingering pleasantly into the aftertaste. No cloying residue remains; the overall impression is refreshing and returns cleanly to the palate.