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Sulwath, Criffel (Scotland) 
Sulwath is an ancient dialect form of the "Solway Firth" from where this beer originates. Run since 1996 by the Hendersons, who's family background is as hop growers in Hereford, Sulwath use only fresh, whole hop flowers. This Pale Ale-style beer pours a dark amber, with almost no head. It is honeyed on the nose, with very sweet, floral, confectionery and rose-hip aromas. There's also a note of lychee. On the palate it has low carbonation, so the mouthfeel is medium-weighted and quite fresh. That sweet, cherry and rose-hip fruitiness continues, but the hops begin to bite, adding a nice bitter, chicory edge to the finish. An unusual and aromatic beer. Available from the brewery website. 4.6% ABV, 50cl, �1.50.  | |
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