Brains SA Gold ale

Difford's Guide

alc./vol: 4.7%

Proof: 9.4°

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: No age statement

Product of: Product of United Kingdom United Kingdom

Brains SA Gold is a golden ale brewed with Target hops and additional late-hopping with Cascade and Styrian Goldings. SA Gold was launched in 2006 and is a development of Brains' renowned 'special ale' best bitter, popular since its launch in the 1950s.

This is a review of the pasteurised bottled ale (worryingly bottled in clear glass) but a cask version is also available with a 4.3% alc./vol.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 18/11/2011

Appearance:

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

Aroma:

Fruity, caramel nose with faint almond and grapefruit aromas.

Taste:

Famously balanced, medium-bodied malty palate with refreshing bitterness and tangy zesty grapefruit flavours.

Aftertaste:

Dry grassy, aromatic hop finish with lingering citrus notes.

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