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Dreckly

Skinner's Brewery
United Kingdom·Red Ale
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Dreckly is a laid-back Cornish red ale, rich with caramel and biscuit malt and a touch of toffee sweetness, lifted gently by floral red-berry notes from Barbe Rouge hops. At 4.5% it is made for savouring, pint after pint, and it has been on the Skinner's list since 2025.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelfloralmalty
caramel
floral
malty
berry
Aroma
The nose leads with rich caramel and biscuit malt, underpinned by subtle toffee sweetness.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Dreckly

◎ Appearance

Deep amber-red hue with bright clarity and a fine, persistent head. The color sits comfortably in the red ale spectrum, displaying good luminosity and crisp white foam that clings evenly to the glass with visible lacing as the level drops.

deep amber-redbright and clearpersistent white head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with rich caramel and biscuit malt, underpinned by subtle toffee sweetness. Barbe Rouge hops contribute delicate floral notes and a whisper of red berries, creating a balanced, inviting bouquet that feels neither overly sweet nor aggressively hoppy.

caramel maltred berry floralsoft toffee

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and malty, with caramel and biscuit flavors taking the lead across the palate. Berry and floral notes from the hops weave through the mid-palate, adding lift and definition without overwhelming the malt foundation. Bitterness is restrained at 28 IBU, allowing sweetness and malt character to remain prominent.

malt-drivencaramel sweetnessberry-floral balancegentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and smooth, with lingering caramel and a soft malt sweetness fading gradually. No harsh edges or dry aftertaste; the beer invites another sip immediately.

smooth decaycaramel persistence
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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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