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Nelson's Revenge

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Citrus and a complex spice aroma meet malt notes from roasted Norfolk barley, with a bittersweet edge. Five hop varieties go into this 4.5% bitter, named in honour of Norfolk's most famous son, Admiral Nelson. It took gold at SIBA East in 2018 among bottled premium bitters and bronze there in 2025 among cask best bitters. Vegan, brewed with water, malted barley, hops and yeast.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few

AWARDS

Gold · 2018
SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, East)
Bottle/Can British Premium Bitter (4.5% to 6.4%)
Bronze · 2025
SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, East)
Cask British Best Bitter (4.5 to 6.4%)
★Gold — SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, East) (Bottle/Can British Premium Bitter (4.5% to 6.4%))
★Bronze — SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, East) (Cask British Best Bitter (4.5 to 6.4%))
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyspicymalty
citrusy
spicy
malty
roasted
hoppy
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with bright citrus notes that lead into a complex spice character—hints of pepper and herbal complexity from the five hop varieties at work.
not found:juicy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Nelson's Revenge

◎ Appearance

Nelson's Revenge presents a warm amber hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass with visible lacing. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a soft mousse rather than aggressive bubbles. Light catches the liquid with an inviting, burnished quality.

amber, clearpersistent headfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright citrus notes that lead into a complex spice character—hints of pepper and herbal complexity from the five hop varieties at work. Beneath this lies a substantial malt foundation from roasted Norfolk barley, contributing warmth and toasted grain depth without heaviness. The aromatic profile balances brightness with earthiness, inviting closer inspection.

citrus-forwardcomplex spiceroasted maltherbal hop

◐ Taste

The palate enters with balanced citrus and malt sweetness, moving into a mid-palate where roasted grain character becomes more prominent alongside a gentle bittersweet tension. The 28 IBUs provide structure without aggression, allowing the five hop varieties to express themselves as supporting players to the malt-driven core. Caramel notes linger softly in the middle, building toward a clean, measured bitterness.

bittersweet balanceroasted grainsmooth malt bodymeasured bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately long, with the citrus and spice elements gradually receding while a subtle roasted dryness persists. The aftertaste remains refreshing and moreish, without sharp edges or lingering harshness.

clean finishcitrus faderefreshing
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
81
Appearance
79
Finish
78
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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