Box Steam Piston Broke

Difford's Guide

alc./vol: 4.5%

Proof:

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: No age statement

Product of: Product of United Kingdom United Kingdom

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This golden ale is named in memory of Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s fated atmospheric system designed to propel trains on the South Devon Railway. Pistons were forced along a pipe sealed by leather valves but this proved an unreliable seal and the system was finally abandoned in September 1848.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 05/09/2012

Appearance:

(best before Apr-13) Clear, coppery amber with thin large bubbled white head.

Aroma:

Lightly nutty, saddle leather and toasted bread.

Taste:

Subdued flavour of caramel, hay and toasted bread with light herbal grassy hops.

Aftertaste:

Some light fruity notes in a toasted hot cross bun finish.

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Product Information

Barcode UPC: 5060167340103
Bottle Size: 700 ml
Closure: Crown cap

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