Young's Special London Ale - Wells & Young (6.4% ABV)

Can't go wrong with a bit of Wells & Young. This particular bottle was a Christmas gift, and one that I have not tried before!

Pours a cloudy bronze colour and produces a lovely yellow-tinged, thick foamy head. Great retention and some lacing throughout

Smell of fruity yeast esters are most noticeable; tropical & citrus fruits with aromatic floral hops, candy sugars also prominent. Some maltiness is there too, but only just.

Yeast-heavy breadiness, intermingling with candi sugars and fruity yeast esters (banana and grapes). Pleasant warming from the booze throughout. Finishes with aromatic floral hops with a hint of spiciness and mild, clean bitterness. Good balance with refined flavours... Tastes a little Belgium to me...(?)

Medium/full bodied with a smooth and creamy texture, thanks to the effervescent carbonation. Very low astringency. It's a great mix of flavours, but it all seemed too reliant on the yeast propping up the malt and hops. Still, it tasted good but not great.