Spitfire Lager

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, white head that clings to the glass with fine lacing. The carbonation is assertive, creating steady streams of bubbles that sustain the dense foam collar. The visual presentation is clean and inviting, typical of a well-executed pale lager.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with gentle vanilla, a signature of Shepherd Neame's house character, followed by soft bready malt notes. Noble hops contribute a restrained, herbal whisper rather than any assertive florality. The overall profile is understated and balanced, with no harsh or sulphury notes—a hallmark of clean lager fermentation.

◐ Taste

The palate opens soft and slightly sweet, with a grainy, bread-like maltiness that carries through the mid-palate. Bitterness is minimal at 14 IBU, allowing the malt's natural sweetness and vanilla character to dominate. The mouthfeel is fuller than expected for the 4% ABV, with a crisp, refreshing quality that cleanses between sips.

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and dry, with the vanilla note lingering gently on the palate. Aftertaste remains clean with no harsh edges, fading into a refreshing, thirst-quenching dryness that invites another sip.