Tribute - St Austell Brewery (4.2% ABV)

My first brew from St Austell, and i have heard good things about them. This brew captures the essential character of Cornwall, apparently...

This brew pours a crystal clear amber colour and produces a thin white head which quickly drops to a thin layer.

Nose gives off a complex mix malt goodness.  Toasted crystal and pale malts give off a burnt toast, and toffee sweetness.  Herbal hops and a slight cream note at the back.

Lots of toasty flavour, burnt toffee with a biscuit flavour give a decent malt backbone to this before the hops kick in; pine, herbs, complex citrus (definite pineapple) develop into a clean, bitter and mildly sour finish.  A hint of stewed, wet leaves slightly spoil the party, but nothing too drastic.

Mouthfeel is medium to full-bodied with a smooth creamy texture thanks to the perfect carbonation.  Dry in the finish, very clean and refreshing with a good level of balance

A very good beer overall and one I will try again.  All I need to do now is find some more of their brews to try!