Pure UBU definitely looks like my kind of ale: a deep amber, molten toffee coloured ale with a very very tight thick beige head. That's what I call a perfect looking pint.
There's quite a lot going on in the unusual aroma; I could smell hops and malt at first then hints of sweet spice, ginger and fruity banana. It smells very fresh and appetising so I couldn't wait to dive in for a taste. My first impression is that it's reminiscent of a proper old fashioned bitter; quite light in flavour initially followed by the most intense metallic kick. I do prefer metallic over citrus bitterness but this was a little too heavy metal for me.
It's quite thin bodied with medium carbonation but the head is amazing. It's very thick and doesn't seem to lose a millimetre of it's height whilst still managing to thickly lace the glass.
Pure UBU is a decent amber ale that will appeal to bitter fans who like their bitter to taste of copper coins rather than lemon squeezy washing up liquid.
Brewed by Purity Brewing, Warwickshire
4.5% ABV
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