Brewery: Tower
Style: Strong Ale
ABV: 6%
Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Aroma: Strong whiffs
of plum, figs and raisin washed down with lacings of vanilla, oak, sherry and
plenty of malt.
Colour: Amber brown with a thin white head that quickly
dissipates
Taste: A balanced bitterness with a sweet caramel
background, the sherry like oak qualities come-through in the background giving
a strong aftertaste. The mouth-feel is on the heavy side, perhaps a touch
buttery, however it adds to the overall experience.
Verdict: A rather delicious beer and a good example of a
strong ale that hits all the right notes, there is a good balance and range of
flavours going on here, it’s not too bitter but the sweetness does not overtake
it. The use of malt helps give it character and its strength help give it depth
of flavours, although the only drawback is the use of Amarillo hops which adds
nothing in terms of flavour, as it seems rather muted. A good example of a
traditional Burton style ale.
Rating: 9/10
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