8 Sail Brewery’s Fenman Bitter presents as a quintessential Ordinary Bitter, delivering a quintessential session experience. The sensory journey begins with an inviting display of English malts, manifesting as warm notes of toasted biscuit and a gentle touch of caramel. Traditional English hops offer a delicate counterpoint, providing earthy and floral undertones that ground the palate. At 4.1% ABV, this amber-hued ale balances a restrained malt sweetness with a firm, clean bitterness that defines the style's character. The interplay of subtle fruity esters and a dry, refreshing finish makes it an exceptionally drinkable example of British brewing tradition, perfect for a contemplative pint.
Appearance.Pale amber to light copper color with brilliant clarity. Pours with a low to moderate off-white head that exhibits fair retention and light lacing.
Aroma.Moderate intensity featuring a bready and biscuity malt character with a light caramel sweetness. English hops provide a moderate earthy and floral aroma, complemented by low to moderate fruity esters like apple and pear. No diacetyl present.
Taste.Initial impression is decidedly bitter but balanced by a low to medium malt profile of toasted bread and light toffee. Moderate earthy and floral hop flavors are present. The finish is dry with a lingering, clean bitterness and subtle fruity fermentation esters. High drinkability with a well-integrated hop-to-malt ratio.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body with low to moderate carbonation depending on the serving vessel. Very smooth with no alcohol warmth and zero astringency.
Sensory Profile.
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8 Sail Fenman Bitter
A traditional amber Bitter with well balanced flavours from the English malt and hops.
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A traditional amber Bitter with well balanced flavours from the English malt and hops.
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