Online retailer Flavourly has launched a range of pale ales and session IPAs designed to be drunk in pairs as a taste test.
The Equilibrium beers have been created by Northern Irish brewery Hilden. The limited edition series consists of three pale ales and three session IPAs.
The beers, in 330ml cans, are brewed to be drunk in pairs, allowing drinkers to uncover the subtle differences between the two styles and showcasing specific flavour combinations.
Rob Gilmour, head of product at Flavourly, said; “The world of beer is utterly limitless when it comes to the styles and flavours available. The real challenge is finding and finding again the ones that excite you and, more importantly, the ones you enjoy.
“This is the whole ethos behind Flavourly. We’re focused on helping people discover great beer that they will love. We’ve launched the new Equilibrium range with Hilden to make it easier for customers to build their own tasting experience. The range allows them to compare the different ingredients and their impact on taste within two of the most popular styles available — pale ale and session IPA.”
The beers
Pale Ale 1 v Session IPA 1: Classic malts with a modern hop variety
Pale Ale 1 (3.8% ABV) combines classic pale ale malt sweetness with one of the latest North American hop releases, Talus. Session IPA 1 (3.5% ABV) strips back the malt bill to allow the bold citrus fruit flavours of Talus to shine through.
Pale Ale 2 v Session IPA 2: Traditional malts with experimental hops
Good old Maris Otter leads the malt bill in Pale Ale 2 (3.8% ABV), contrasted with the experimental BRU 1 BBC hops for a spicy, floral character. Extra pale Marris Otter comes in for Session IPA 2 (4.1% ABV), allowing those hops to fully express themselves.
Pale Ale 3 v Session IPA 3: Traditional malts with traditional hops
Pale Ale 3 (4.2% ABV) is a classic pale ale that will be familiar to beer drinkers from the past 20 years of brewing. Session IPA 3 (4.5% ABV) gives off those new wave West Coast IPA vibes. Each beer showcases classic American hops, with Brewers Gold from ‘old’ Europe.
