Beer Review: Bradfield Farmer's Pale

Brewery: Bradfield

 

Style: Pale Ale

 

ABV: 5.0%

 

Location: Bradfield, South Yorkshire

 

Colour: Medium-dark Gold with one finger white head.

 

Aroma: Hoppy, musty, malty, a hint of tartiness comes through in the background. 

 

Taste: A pronounced and lingering dryness that complements the bitter notes, rather malty yet with a distinct lack of sweetness. Heavy and smooth mouthfeel with a hint of citrus fruit. 

 

Verdict: An average beer that delivers on flavour, though the dryness could be contentious for some; the hoppy and fruity notes seem rather muted which affects the overall balance on flavour, whilst the floral bouquet of aromas seemed largely absent due to the choice of hops used. The lack of sweetness helps bring the bitterness to the fore, although its abscense is noticeable. The brewers describe the drink as full bodied, although it delivers on this, the lacking of certain flavours affects it and makes it seem rather flat and conventional.

Rating: 6/10