Samuel Smith's - India Ale (2010)

Brewed with well water (the original well at the Old Brewery, sunk in 1758, is still in use, with the hard well water being drawn from 85 feet underground); best malted barley and a generous amount of choicest aroma hops; fermented in ‘stone Yorkshire squares’ to create an exceptionally full-flavored complex ale with an abundance of maltiness and fruity hop character.

The ABV is 5.0 and the IBU rating is ??
Style – English IPA
Glass to use - Pint Glass, Tumbler, Mug or Stein
Delivery 550ml bottle.

Not recommended for extended cellaring.

The Pour - Pours a copper color and a tan head. Good lacing.
Aroma - Hops, spices and bready.
Taste - Grains, spices, .
Mouth Feel - Medium carbonation and body.
Drinkable - No harsh after taste.  A nice refreshing brew.  This was aged for a year, I will try a fresh one soon.


This beer pairs with cheese, Indian food, shell fish.

This beer gets a Duper rating of B
BeerAdvocate Rating =B
Ratebeer Rating = 88