LAKELAND GOLD - GOLDEN ALE - HAWKSHEAD BREWERY

My 2nd from Hawkshead, and its flaming nigh perfect. Most golden ales seem to push the citrus, zesty side of things and it gets a bit monotonous. This is weighted more towards the bitter finish, which is long and unexpected but very welcome indeed. Its refreshing but the bitterness makes it a very interesting proposition and is going on my favourites list. Made with Lakeland water, full flower hops, Cascade as the signature hop and Maris Otter malted barley. Hawkshead are in the Lake District, Staveley - Cumbria.  4.4% volume.