Shepherd Neame has launched its first SMASH — that’s single malt and single hop — beer, a limited edition brew called One Hop Wonder.
The 4.5% ABV pale ale uses only lager malt and the UK Chinook hop, which is a new variety for the Faversham-based brewer.
The combination has produced a fruity, floral tasting, full bodied brew, says Shepherd Neame, which is a light, pale straw colour.
It is the latest offering from the brewer’s Cask Club, a range of limited edition, innovative cask beers, incorporating modern styles and flavours.
The UK Chinook hop which has been used to create One Hop Wonder is sourced locally from English Hops Ltd, based in Tunbridge Wells.
Technical brewer, Danielle Whelan, said: “We chose our ingredients to focus on the aroma and flavour of the hops, with the lager malt allowing as much of a blank canvas as we can give the beer to showcase the UK Chinook hops.
“We are really pleased with the finished result, and have had great feedback from everyone who has tried it so far.”
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