Abbeydale Brewery Swifty

Name: Abbeydale Brewery Swifty
Brand: Beer
SKU: 66b9e8381603daee4cbf6337
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.48 (150 reviews)

English Pale Ale 4.2 º

Abbeydale Brewery

Swifty is a refreshing Ordinary Bitter that balances traditional British heritage with a unique botanical twist. The foundation is built on bready and biscuity malts, providing a crisp backdrop for the signature hop profile. Fuggles contribute classic earthy and floral notes, while the inclusion of Keyworth Early hops adds a distinct hedgerow and herbal aromatic layer. The addition of grains of paradise introduces a subtle, peppery botanical spice that complements the dry, bitter finish. This sessionable ale drinks easily, offering a sophisticated interplay between earthy hop bitterness and a lingering, spicy complexity that honors its English roots.

Appearance. Pours a clear, pale amber to light copper color with a low to moderate off-white head. The clarity is brilliant, displaying fine carbonation bubbles and moderate lacing.

Aroma. Moderate aroma featuring a blend of bready and biscuity malt. The hop character is earthy and floral from the Fuggles, complemented by a unique herbal and citrus note from the Keyworth Early. A distinct, peppery botanical spice from the grains of paradise is evident alongside low fruity esters.

Taste. Initial impression is of a crisp, moderately high bitterness. Low to medium bready and toasted malt flavors provide a foundation for earthy, woody, and slightly citrusy hop notes. The grains of paradise provide a lingering botanical spice in the mid-palate. The balance is decidedly bitter with a clean, dry finish and a light, spicy aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with moderate carbonation. It possesses a very low alcohol warmth and a smooth texture, lacking any harsh astringency despite the botanical additions.

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