Red Ember
Rye malt in the recipe gives this red ale a smoother, biscuity malt character, joined by a malty aroma, a creamy palate, subtle spiciness and an enjoyable bitterness to finish. At 4.6% this flavoursome brew is one of the brewery's popular seasonals, on the calendar for November and December in cask and polypin.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Red Ember
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
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About Red Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Red Ale?
Red Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.
Finding a similar Red Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same malty, creamy, bitter character as Red Ember will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.