Cumberland Breweries Corby Ale

This is a nice light amber colour but as you can see it is slightly cloudy, although not unpleasant.  It is labelled as being fruity with malt and biscuit notes but I felt that it had more subtle notes of toffee and honey and is quite refreshing.  There's a small amount of fizz which goes a bit flat after a while.  So drink it quickly!

Brewed by Cumberland Breweries, Carlisle

3.8% ABV

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Jennings Cumberland

This is an ale that I used to drink regularly from the cask at my local pub.  I do find that it's a much better pint from the cask than the bottle.

On pouring this deep golden amber ale, the head quickly disappears and I can't help but compare it to the cask.  Out of the bottle, it feels more watery and has a more subtle taste.  I would describe it as a vanilla caramel taste rather than the burnt toffee notes I was expecting.  It still has a lovely malty aroma and is an easy drinking sunny afternoon beverage, but one I most definitely prefer in the pub.

Brewed by Jennings, Lake District

4% ABV

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