drsmurto
Well-Known Member
Had HKs White Shield Clone last night.
First off - people shouldnt be judging this against the BJCP definition of an IPA. Its not an IPA by that definition. Its a higher gravity english ale, sort of an ESB, sort of an IPA.
I've had a few bottles of the real deal and i quite enjoy this beer. Close to a favourite.
I think this version is spot on. Its malty, there is enough bitterness to balance the malt but its not overly bitter. A lovely aroma and the colour is good. Clarity is the its only fault IMO but nothing time and/or some gelatine wouldnt fix. Carbonation was right where i like it as well.
I have to say, after being unimpressed with your beer last year Craig you have dealt up a winner. I had a recipe for this beer somewhere that i had pinched from Jims Beer Kit but seem to have lost it. Could you post your version please?
Cheers
DrSmurto
First off - people shouldnt be judging this against the BJCP definition of an IPA. Its not an IPA by that definition. Its a higher gravity english ale, sort of an ESB, sort of an IPA.
I've had a few bottles of the real deal and i quite enjoy this beer. Close to a favourite.
I think this version is spot on. Its malty, there is enough bitterness to balance the malt but its not overly bitter. A lovely aroma and the colour is good. Clarity is the its only fault IMO but nothing time and/or some gelatine wouldnt fix. Carbonation was right where i like it as well.
I have to say, after being unimpressed with your beer last year Craig you have dealt up a winner. I had a recipe for this beer somewhere that i had pinched from Jims Beer Kit but seem to have lost it. Could you post your version please?
Cheers
DrSmurto