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Alnwick IPA

Alnwick IPAAlmost half a century after it was last brewed, an historic local beer is making a welcome come-back.

Alnwick IPA is a traditional India Pale Ale brewed to a distinctive old recipe last produced in Alnwick over 50 years ago. The first of the original Alnwick beers to be recreated by the reformed Alnwick Brewery Co, Alnwick IPA is characterised by its light amber colour, floral hop aroma and refreshingly bitter finish. Originally produced in Alnwick's historic brewery, now sadly demolished, it is hoped that production can soon return to Alnwick with the development of a new brewery and distillery in the town. Until then Alnwick IPA is produced to Alnwick Brewery Co's original recipe by Daleside Brewery in Harrogate.

An historic beer developed in the 19th Century, India Pale Ale was produced for British Empire troops and officials in India and the West Indies and had to be able to survive the long and arduous sea journey. It did this courtesy of a large amount of hops used as a natural preservative, and a high alcohol content. While today's Alnwick IPA is based on a traditional recipe, Ian believes it will appeal to the general public as well as beer connoisseurs:

"This is a beer that will appeal to 90% of people. It's not overly hoppy with lovely malt and caramel flavours. Slightly chilled it's amazingly refreshing."

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Alnwick IPA's Re-launch

Ian and Duchess IPA LaunchJune 2007 saw the re-launch of Alnwick IPA some 50 years after it was last tasted! Held at the Treehouse Bar at Alnwick Gardens and attended by the Duchess of Northumberland, the launch marked a significant milestone for the reformed Alnwick Brewing Company.

As Ian Linsley explained: "From the moment I discovered the old Brewery's recipes I knew that I had to bring brewing back to Alnwick. The launch of Alnwick IPA is the first step towards realising this dream".