The Famous Mr Jones
A pale yellow, refreshing ale named after the miniature schnauzer of a pub on Plymouth's Barbican. Fruit and hop notes sit over a malt backbone on the nose. On the palate fruit and bitterness mix with sweetness and hops, and the aftertaste is fruity and bittersweet. The bitterness is intended. At 4.5% it is poured cask-conditioned in the pub it is named for and is also sold bottle-conditioned.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for The Famous Mr Jones
Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.
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About Pale Ale
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What is a Pale Ale?
India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.
Finding a similar Pale Ale
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