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Cheshire Red

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A deep amber-red ale with hints of caramelised biscuit, currants and stone fruit, a smooth bitterness and a distinctive toffee apple finish; mellow and warming. It nods to Cheshire's sandstone and to Ethelfleda, the Lady of Mercia who ruled these lands from her castle at Runcorn Gap. All ingredients are British, including the hops Harlequin, Olicana and Jester.

ABV
4.8%
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
carameldark fruitmalty
caramel
dark fruit
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with caramelised biscuit and toffee notes, supported by subtle stone fruit aromatics—hints of plum and apricot.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cheshire Red

◎ Appearance

A deep amber-red hue with excellent clarity and a persistent, cream-colored head that clings to the glass in fine lacing. The carbonation is moderate, producing a gentle effervescence that suits the malt-forward character. Light catches the beer's warm depth, suggesting both richness and approachability.

deep amber-redclearpersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with caramelised biscuit and toffee notes, supported by subtle stone fruit aromatics—hints of plum and apricot. British Harlequin, Olicana and Jester hops contribute a refined, earthy backdrop without aggression. A gentle warmth from the 4.8% ABV rounds out an inviting, mellow bouquet.

caramelbiscuitstone fruitearthy hops

◐ Taste

The palate opens soft and well-structured, with the malt providing a foundation of toasted grain and subtle currant sweetness. A smooth 28 IBU bitterness integrates seamlessly into the mid-palate, never sharp or dominating. The beer finishes with its signature toffee apple character—a balance of subtle sweetness and crisp fruit that lingers pleasantly.

smoothbalanced bitternesstoffee applecurrant notes

◑ Finish

The finish is warming and mellow, with the toffee apple character persisting through a medium-length aftertaste. Residual sweetness from the Malz fades gradually, leaving a gentle, toasted grain dryness.

medium finishwarmingtoffee aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
80
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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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