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Arbor Ales Blue Sky Drinking
Standard-Ordinary Bitter 4.4 º
This Best Bitter presents a refined tawny hue and a sophisticated interplay between malt and hops. A robust, medium-full backbone of bready and lightly toasty malts provides a solid foundation for the surprisingly delicate citrus notes derived from English hops. While staying true to the tradition of British session ales, it offers a brighter fruit character than typically found in the style, leading into a crisp, clean bitter finish. The balance is expertly managed, ensuring the moderate malt complexity supports the hop presence without becoming cloying, resulting in a highly drinkable and refreshing experience.
Appearance. Medium copper to tawny brown (12–16 SRM). Clear to brilliant clarity with a low, off-white head that shows moderate retention and fine lacing.
Aroma. Moderate intensity with a rich malt profile of biscuit, toasted bread, and subtle caramel. Hop aroma is moderate, featuring distinctive citrus zest alongside traditional earthy and floral English hop notes. Low fruity esters of dried apple or pear are present.
Taste. The palate begins with a medium-low bready malt sweetness and hints of toffee. This is quickly balanced by a medium-high hop bitterness and flavors of orange peel and earthy spice. The citrus character remains delicate throughout. Fermentation is clean with light fruity esters. The finish is dry and decidedly bitter, with a lingering toasty malt aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium-full body for the ABV, with a smooth, slightly creamy texture. Carbonation is moderate, providing a light prickle on the tongue. Alcohol warmth is negligible, and there is no perceived astringency.
Sensory Profile.
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Cambridge Wine Merchants
Arbor Ales Blue Sky Drinking Bitter 4.3% 56.8cl Can
Well balanced tawny best bitter with a full bodied malty backbone and a delicate citrus finish.
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Arbor Ales Blue Sky Drinking Bitter 4.3% 56.8cl Can - Cambridge Wine Merchants 
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Well balanced tawny best bitter with a full bodied malty backbone and a delicate citrus finish.
Pivovar
Arbor Blue Sky Drinking (Cask)
A well balanced tawny best bitter. Its full bodied malty backbone is balanced by delicate citrus not ...es, not usually associated with English hops, and a clean bitter finish.
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Arbor Blue Sky Drinking (Cask) - Pivovar
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Pivovar products
Out of Stock - Pivovar
A well balanced tawny best bitter. Its full bodied malty backbone is balanced by delicate citrus notes, not usually associated with English hops, and a clean bitter finish.
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