India Pale Ale (IPA) is a historic beer style developed in the 19th Century to aid in transportation to British Empire troops and officials in India and the West Indies. It was "a strengthening, exhilarating and wholesome beverage."
Masses of hops were used as a natural preservative on the long sea voyage and, some may say, to disguise any off-flavours that may have developed. A high alcohol content also helped its endurance.
Alnwick IPA which was last brewed in the late 1950's is now being brewed to match the original recipe as closely as possible to give you the taste experience of that indigenous brew that was certainly in existence in the late 19th Century.
Alnwick Brewery recently featured in the Journal newspaper, in a great article by Alistair Gilmour who is a highly respected journalist and beer connoisseur,
Alistair said of our beer "Alnwick IPA is a beautiful, mid-gold colour with some malt on the nose but not a lot of hop.More malt develops in the flavour and a slightly bitter caramel influence takes it through to a long-lingering toffee sweet finale when some earthy hop eventually catches up. It's a very good beer indeed, and one that you'd want if it was your money put where Alnwick's mouth is."
If you would like to order any of this superb beer please call on (0191) 2512372.
Masses of hops were used as a natural preservative on the long sea voyage and, some may say, to disguise any off-flavours that may have developed. A high alcohol content also helped its endurance.
Alnwick IPA which was last brewed in the late 1950's is now being brewed to match the original recipe as closely as possible to give you the taste experience of that indigenous brew that was certainly in existence in the late 19th Century.
Alnwick Brewery recently featured in the Journal newspaper, in a great article by Alistair Gilmour who is a highly respected journalist and beer connoisseur,
Alistair said of our beer "Alnwick IPA is a beautiful, mid-gold colour with some malt on the nose but not a lot of hop.More malt develops in the flavour and a slightly bitter caramel influence takes it through to a long-lingering toffee sweet finale when some earthy hop eventually catches up. It's a very good beer indeed, and one that you'd want if it was your money put where Alnwick's mouth is."
If you would like to order any of this superb beer please call on (0191) 2512372.
Percentage : 4.5% Vol.
Bottle Size : 500 ml
Personal Opinion : I am proud to live in a town that produces a Beer of this quality. For anyone who visits the area, the Alnwick IPA is available in most pubs and restaurants, so don't miss out on the opportunity to taste something special.
Personal Points : 9.5/10
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