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Hop Back Brewery Summer Lightning
Golden Ale 5 º
Summer Lightning presents as a quintessential golden refreshment, defined by its brilliant straw hue and a vibrant, fresh hop profile. This pioneering ale delivers an assertive floral and spicy hop aroma that leads into a palate characterized by a clean, grainy malt base. Despite its approachable Blonde Ale classification, it surprises with a firm, lingering bitterness that cuts through the soft bready notes, culminating in a characteristically long and dry finish. It is a masterclass in balance, offering high drinkability while maintaining a punchy hop character that persists from the first sip to the crisp, clean aftertaste.
Appearance. Brilliant clarity with a pale straw to light gold color (3-4 SRM). Topped by a frothy, white head with good retention and fine lacing.
Aroma. Moderate to high intensity fresh hop aroma, featuring floral and herbal notes. Beneath the hops lies a subtle, clean malt presence reminiscent of white bread or cracker. Low fruity esters are detectable, supported by a clean fermentation profile.
Taste. An initial impression of soft, grainy malt is quickly overtaken by a prominent hop bitterness. Flavors of spice and meadow grass mirror the aroma. The balance leans toward the hops, leading into an exceptionally crisp, long, and dry finish with a clean aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with moderate to high carbonation, providing a lively and refreshing texture. It is smooth across the tongue with no noticeable alcohol warmth or astringency.
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Independent Spirit of Bath
Hop Back - Summer Lightning
A trendsetter in the brewing industry; the original Summer ale, brewed all year round, using East Ke ...nt Goldings aroma hops. An extremely pleasant straw-coloured beer with an intense bitterness, leads to an excellent, long dry finish. Probably the most awarded cask ale in Britain! 1 x 500ml 5%ABV
£3.95
Hop Back - Summer Lightning - Independent Spirit of Bath 
£3.95
Independent Spirit of Bath products
A trendsetter in the brewing industry; the original Summer ale, brewed all year round, using East Kent Goldings aroma hops. An extremely pleasant straw-coloured beer with an intense bitterness, leads to an excellent, long dry finish. Probably the most awarded cask ale in Britain!
1 x 500ml 5%ABV
1 x 500ml 5%ABV
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