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Beereux Tapestry

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A rich brown ale where malt meets gentle notes of stone fruit and soft spice, courtesy of Olicana and Godiva hops. Brewed for September 2026 to mark the long-awaited return of the Bayeux Tapestry to British soil after 900 years, hence the pun in the name. 4.2% ABV, in cask and polypin.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
deep amber20
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltydark fruitspicy
malty
dark fruit
spicy
toasty
nutty
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with warm, toasted malt—dark bread and biscuit notes build a full base.
also:bready
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Beereux Tapestry

◎ Appearance

Deep chestnut brown with russet highlights, presenting a translucent body that speaks to careful brewing and restraint. A dense, tan head forms readily and clings to the glass with fine retention. Carbonation is moderate and even, creating a composed, dignified presentation.

deep chestnuttranslucentfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with warm, toasted malt—dark bread and biscuit notes build a full base. Stone fruit emerges clearly: dried apricot and plum sit atop a gentle spice backdrop contributed by Olicana and Godiva hops. Subtle woody and nutty undertones round out a cohesive, inviting profile.

toasted maltdried stone fruitsoft spicebiscuit

◐ Taste

Richly malty on entry, with caramel and toasted grain providing immediate depth. The mid-palate balances fruit character—plum and subtle dried apricot—against restrained, refined bitterness (24 IBU). Smooth texture and a touch of walnut nuttiness sustain interest without demanding attention.

rich malt backbonestone fruitbalanced bitternesssmooth texture

◑ Finish

The finish holds medium length, allowing malt sweetness and gentle spice to fade gradually. A lingering breadiness and dry mineral quality provide subtle closure.

malt-drivendry finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
78
Finish
75
Serve at 10–13°C

Serve at 10–13°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

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