Brown Ale

Originating in London in the late 17th century, brown ale referred to beers which were generally brown or dark amber in colour, lightly hopped and brewed using 100% brown malt. Today, the style has evolved and covers an array of beers from varying countries, largely England, Belgium and the US. Besides being top fermented and brown in colour, brown ales can vary hugely in taste, from low abv sweet brown ales right up to hop heavy and moderately bitter brown ales.