Despite soft grain-roasted malting and snippy hop spot, rather strong and dark for pale ale styling. Initial corn sugar explosion gets in the way of floundering fruit adjuncts and recessive spice dusting beneath surface. Brewery defunct: 2002.
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SHEPHERD NEAME SPITFIRE PREMIUM ALE EXPORT
Britain’s oldest brewery (since 1698) bottles this regal English premium. Strong, sharp, and full of character, Spitfire’s sweet whiskey entry, creamy butterscotch center, and chewy caramel malting deliver quite a kick. Bitter-hopped citric-spiced red ale-like finish recieves refreshing water crisping.