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Fezziwig

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Hints of marmalade, caramel, vanilla and winter spice, with biscuity malt underneath, in an amber seasonal ale at 4.8 %. It comes from Three Tuns in Bishop's Castle, one of only four pub breweries still running in the 1970s, on a site where brewing was licensed in 1642.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
vanillacaramelmalty
vanilla
caramel
malty
spicy
orange
toasty
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent vanilla and caramel notes, underpinned by a generous biscuity Malz character that anchors the composition.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Fezziwig

◎ Appearance

Fezziwig presents a clear amber hue with a warm, inviting glow typical of the style. The beer builds a thick, creamy head that clings to the glass with good retention, leaving a trail of lacing with each sip. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, contributing to a refined visual presence.

warm amberclearcreamy headgood lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent vanilla and caramel notes, underpinned by a generous biscuity Malz character that anchors the composition. Orange marmalade and warming spice emerge on deeper inspection, creating a layered, approachable bouquet without aggressive hop presence. The overall impression is one of gentle comfort and festive warmth.

vanilla forwardmarmalade notesbiscuit Malzwinter spice

◐ Taste

The palate enters with soft vanilla and caramel sweetness, supported by a solid foundation of toasty, biscuity Malz that provides body and substance. Mid-palate reveals bright orange citrus notes and subtle spice that enliven the profile without overwhelming the malt backbone. At 28 IBU, bitterness is restrained and balanced, allowing the malt and spice character to dominate while finishing smooth and rounded.

vanilla-caramel balancecitrus warmthmalty foundationlow bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is smooth and lingering, with vanilla, caramel, and spice echoing pleasantly without harshness. A gentle warmth from the 4.8% ABV remains present, making this accessible yet satisfying for a winter seasonal.

smooth fadespiced warmthmalt echo
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
77
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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