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Palmers 200

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Rich, malty and full-bodied, with a distinct hop character: a dark copper ale first brewed in 1994 to mark 200 years of brewing on the banks of the River Brit. It proved so popular that production never stopped, and it now leads the range as the brewery's flagship premium ale.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltyhoppycaramel
malty
hoppy
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent malty notes—caramel and toasted grain character dominate the mid-range.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Palmers 200

◎ Appearance

Palmers 200 presents a dark copper hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that leaves consistent lacing on the glass. The carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, creating a refined visual presentation befitting a premium offering.

dark copperclearpersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent malty notes—caramel and toasted grain character dominate the mid-range. Noble hop aromas provide a restrained but distinct floral and herbal backbone, while the overall impression remains balanced and inviting rather than aggressive.

caramel malttoasted grainnoble hopsfloral

◐ Taste

The palate is full-bodied and rich, with substantial malty sweetness and caramel notes in the entry and mid-palate. The hop character emerges as a measured, bittersweet counterpoint—28 IBUs provide definition without dominance—while the malt backbone sustains through to a smooth, lingering finish.

full-bodiedmalty sweetnessbalanced bitternesssmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately long, with residual caramel-malt warmth and a gentle hop dryness that invites the next sip. The aftertaste remains pleasant and coherent, without harsh edges.

cleanwarmingmoderately long
79
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
81
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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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