A Hoppy Halloween it is with a deliciously hoppy aroma bursting out of the bottle. This is a beautiful treacle toffee colour with a bubbly beige head that disappears quickly, leaving a very thin layer.
Initial flavour is reasonably pleasant with a hint of malty sweetness and a burnt caramel aftertaste. I've not been a big fan of Shepherd Neame ales in the past as they often taste a bit like dirty dish water, but this one isn't bad at all. There is a bit of a harsh bitter taste in my mouth after a few gulps, like the taste you get from a really strong ale (yet this is only 3.5%), but you do get used to it after a while.
A nice gimmick for Halloween but not something I would want to drink regularly.
Brewed by Shepherd Neame, Kent
3.5% ABV
My rating:
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Initial flavour is reasonably pleasant with a hint of malty sweetness and a burnt caramel aftertaste. I've not been a big fan of Shepherd Neame ales in the past as they often taste a bit like dirty dish water, but this one isn't bad at all. There is a bit of a harsh bitter taste in my mouth after a few gulps, like the taste you get from a really strong ale (yet this is only 3.5%), but you do get used to it after a while.
A nice gimmick for Halloween but not something I would want to drink regularly.
Brewed by Shepherd Neame, Kent
3.5% ABV
My rating:
Find out more at Shepherd Neame
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