Brown Ale

Tasting Notes

Brown ale was traditionally associated with northeastern England, especially Newcastle-upon-Tyne, though today it is found throughout England. Generally, brown ales are sweeter, fuller-bodied, more reddish brown, and stronger than their relative, mild ales. Some esters and fruitiness are present, and hop aroma and bitterness are usually in the low range but can be higher. Brown ales are less bitter than pale ales, but usually are maltier and have a higher alcohol level.

Ingredients

Ingredients used in brewing brown ale include pale ale malt as the base malt, followed by crystal malt, black patent, and chocolate malt. Some brewers also add sugar. Fuggle and East Kent Goldings are the hops of choice in brewing brown ales.

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