John Hollows Ginger Beer

Product of: United Kingdom

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Hollows Ginger Beer was a family recipe passed down to generations, traded at a local level until it became a commercial company in 1927 under the name Hollows & Co. It is brewed by fermenting herbs, sugar and brewer’s yeast with Chinese root ginger for two weeks and is free of hops, malts or wine.

Brewed for Fentimans Ltd by unknown producer in UK.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 01/10/2012

Appearance:

Cloudy golden amber with some small brown particles. Slow moving large bubbles and no head.

Aroma:

Subdued earthy root ginger, hints of Christmas spice with pleasing yeastiness.

Taste:

Slightly sweet, earthy ginger with only moderate heat.

Aftertaste:

Earthy ginger but with little lasting heat.