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Jester

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A pale golden ale that showcases the English hop variety Jester, used for both aroma and flavour. The hops give a strong aromatic character with citrus fruit, set against gentle malt flavours. It was first brewed in 2026 and followed a brew with its sister variety Olicana. At 4.0% it is a light beer, served cask-conditioned.

ABV
4%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppymalty
citrusy
hoppy
malty
floral
clean
Aroma
The Jester hop variety dominates the nose with a pronounced citrus character—hints of lemon zest and light orange pith.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Jester

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue that catches the light with clarity and brilliance. The cask-conditioned nature produces a modest, persistent head with fine carbonation rising steadily through the glass. Excellent head retention and lacing indicate good body and conditioning.

bright goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The Jester hop variety dominates the nose with a pronounced citrus character—hints of lemon zest and light orange pith. Behind this aromatic lift sits a delicate, biscuity malt foundation that provides gentle support without competing. The overall impression is fresh and inviting, with no harsh or vegetal notes.

citrus-forwardlemon and orangebiscuity maltclean and bright

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and approachable, with the citrus notes from the aroma translating faithfully onto the palate alongside a light, grainy malt sweetness. The mid-palate remains balanced; the 20 IBUs provide gentle bitterness that frames rather than dominates, allowing the hop character and subtle malt backbone to coexist. Finish is dry without astringency.

citrus fruitlight malt sweetnessgentle bitternessbalanced

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, appropriate to the ale's modest strength. A pleasant citrus linger fades gracefully, leaving no residual heaviness.

dry finishcitrus fadelight and crisp
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
75
Appearance
78
Finish
73
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C. Light and refreshing — serve cold to keep the delicate hop and malt balance intact.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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