Shepherd Neame Cinque Five Grain Lager

Product of: United Kingdom

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Cinque is brewed with five different grains: barley, rye, wheat, maize and rice. Hops include aromatic French Strisselpalt hops.

Cinque derives its name from the Norman-French word meaning five (pronounced ‘sink’) and is a tribute to the brewer’s (Shepherd Neame) home town of Faversham, a member of the confederation of Cinque Ports. Cinque Ports were established in the 12th century to maintain ships ready to defend the coast from foreign invaders.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 14/08/2017

Appearance:

Clear, golden amber with average off-white head and good lacing.

Aroma:

Crusty white bread with nutty caramel, lemon and light chocolate.

Taste:

White bread crust, light Weetabix maltiness, piney hops and faint nuttiness. Faint stewed cabbage-like vegetal notes.

Aftertaste:

Mild Weetabix maltiness and light pine and faint spice.

Overall:

A relatively full-bodied lager with Weetabix maltiness, piney hops and faint nuttiness.