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Figgy's Brew

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Malty, sweet and fruity, Figgy's Brew is a slightly darker 4.5% ale, maltier than most, with a balanced blend of malt and hops. It is named after Madgy Figgy, the Land's End wrecker said to have lured ships onto the rocks with her lantern from a pile of granite stones still known as Madgy Figgy's Chair.

ABV
4.5%
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
maltyfruitycaramel
malty
fruity
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with warm, biscuity malt and caramel undertones, accented by subtle orchard fruit notes—stone fruit and dried fig.
not found:hoppy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Figgy's Brew

◎ Appearance

Figgy's Brew presents a burnished amber hue with gentle clarity and a fine, persistent head. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating delicate lacing that clings to the glass as you drink.

amber, clearfine headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with warm, biscuity malt and caramel undertones, accented by subtle orchard fruit notes—stone fruit and dried fig. Noble hops contribute restrained herbal and floral notes that frame rather than dominate the profile.

biscuit, caramelorchard fruitherbal hops

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and malty, with pronounced sweet notes and a smooth, full body. The mid-palate expands into caramel and fig, balanced by a gentle hop bitterness that remains in the background. The finish is clean without any sharp edges.

sweet maltcaramel, figbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The aftertaste lingers gently with residual malt sweetness and a whisper of dried fruit. The bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a smooth, easy-drinking impression.

malt sweetnesssmooth fade
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
74
Taste
77
Appearance
75
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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