Sussex Stronghold

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with bright clarity and a persistent white head that clings to the glass as you drink. The carbonation is moderate and evenly distributed, creating a fine bead that sustains throughout service.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with soft stone fruit character—apricot and peach—backed by a warm, honeyed Malz sweetness from the Sussex barley. Hop aromatics are restrained, showing herbal and floral notes from the mix of traditional and contemporary varieties, with no aggressive green character.

◐ Taste

The palate enters soft and luscious, with ripe stone fruit flavours and a sustained malty sweetness that speaks to the quality of local barley. A measured bitterness from the five hop gardens emerges mid-palate, keeping the beer's natural sweetness in check without overwhelming the delicate fruit. The structure is warming and generous, yet balanced.

◑ Finish

A dry, lingering finish with soft bitterness that fades gracefully. The aftertaste carries a gentle stone fruit echo and a touch of warming alcohol that complements rather than dominates.