1001 BEERS: #34. FULLER'S LONDON PRIDE

 

# 34: FULLER'S LONDON PRIDE

Fuller, Smith & Turner - England (Est.1845)

4.7% ABV - Amber (Ale) 
IBU's - 33

Ingredients:


Malts: Pale Ale and Crystal
Hops: Target, Challenger, Northdown


Tasting Notes

E: Golden amber with a creamy white head.

N: On the nose it demonstrates a well rounded malty biscuity aroma backed up with a firm punch of fruit hops.

P: The malty, biscuity aromas are replicated on the palate with a pleasant amount of treacle/caramel toffee flavours.  Balanced nicely by a herbal, fruity hop bitterness that lingers. 

M: The bitterness lasts on the mouth providing a refreshing balance at the end.

Other comments: First launched on St.George's Day 1959.  London Pride has become one of Britain's premium ales.  The initial recipe dates back to the 19th century and was first brewed under the name Special Pale Ale.  London Pride is Fuller's most popular beer brewed using just two-malts and 3 hops.  The simplicity of the recipe contrasts to the well balanced flavours of the beer, which results in a fantastic ale that complements English food.

Food Pairings: A brilliant accompaniment to good old English pub grub!  Match strength with strength here, so stay clear of chicken and fish, but move towards hearty pies, scotch eggs, sausage rolls and a good hearty stew.  Those toffee caramel flavours will contrast against any spices in a Lincolnshire sausage, or against the peppery flavours in a peppered steak.  The herbal hop aromas will help lift the aromas of a hearty stew and complement them perfectly.

SCORE: 3.65/5

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