Start Point
A golden to dark golden session ale with a clean, fresh nose. The first sip is gently sweet, and the finish brings a delicate bitterness that keeps it light. At 3.4% on cask it is the lightest beer in the range; the bottle-conditioned version is a little stronger at 3.7%. Like all the brewery's recipes it is made with whole-leaf hops. In 2016 it was chosen to pour at the Great British Beer Festival.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Start Point
Serve at 7–10°C. Light and refreshing — serve cold to keep the delicate hop and malt balance intact.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
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What is a Golden Ale?
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