Old Winter Ale

◎ Appearance

Deep amber hue with excellent clarity and a rich golden-brown tone throughout. The head is dense and well-retained, leaving persistent lacing on the glass as the beer is consumed. Carbonation is moderate, evident in the steady rise of bubbles and a firm, structured collar.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced malt sweetness, layered with cookie and biscuit notes from the Crystal malt base. Liquorice emerges as a secondary note, adding depth and a subtle spice character. Beneath these, the Target, Challenger and Northdown hops contribute restrained floral and herbal undertones that prevent the profile from becoming overly sweet.

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and malty, with the Crystal malt delivering a clean sweetness paired with nutty and biscuity flavours that build through the mid-palate. The hops introduce a balancing floral quality and restrained bitterness that keeps the sweetness grounded without dominating. The 28 IBUs provide definition without harshness, allowing the malt character to remain the focal point.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering malt sweetness and a gentle hop bitterness fading gradually. A subtle liquorice note persists into the aftertaste, providing length without cloying.