Trooper Light Brigade
Robinsons Brewery
Story by:
Bev Blackwood
British Golden Ale
Limited Release
United Kingdom
Judges Ratings 78
Aroma: 20 / 24
Flavor: 32 / 40
Appearance: 4 / 6
Mouthfeel: 7 / 10
Overall Impression: 15 / 20
Description
Light Brigade is a golden beer created by Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson with Robinsons Brewery. Made using Chinook hops to give a fruity taste, complemented by Goldings for a rounded after taste. The flavor is malty with a citrus hop note and refreshing character and aroma.
A portion of proceeds from the sale of this beer will be contributed to Help For Heroes (www.helpforheros.org.uk).
Beverage Profile
ABV: 4.10%
IBUs:
Served at: ()
Hops: Chinook, Goldings
Malts:
Judges Review
By Rodney A. Tillinghast
Judges Ratings 78
Aroma: 20 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 32 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 4 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 7 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 15 / 20 / 20
Robinsons Trooper Light Brigade by Robinsons Brewery was judged as a British Golden Ale (Style 12A). This beer features robust golden color, extremely clear in the glass, with a small head that fell quickly but not excessively lacking for lace.
Slight biscuit aroma, becoming more prevalent when it warmed, collaborating with English-derived earthy hops, along with some diacetyl lurking in the background.
Very light caramel and grainy cereal flavors, supported by quite aggressive hopping levels.
Upon the finish, the hops bordered on a harshness, detracting from the overall lightness of the body. Pleasant drinker, with some terrific British Isle aspects, but the harshness of the hopping levels (or possibly variety) were somewhat of a turn-off.
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