Carlsberg - 3.8%

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Official line...

Probably the best lager in the world since 1847, when J.C. Jacobsen brewed Denmark's first ever pint using a yeast that became the basis for many modern-day imitations. It's said that he named the brew after his son, Carl – who's now a regular in millions of bars across 140 countries worldwide (now there's something to aspire to).

Sold with the green livery all over the world as Carlsberg Lager or Carlsberg Beer. This is sold with a pale gold livery in the UK as Carlsberg Export. The normal green Carlsberg in the UK is the 4% version.

Independent description...

Clear, golden colour with a medium yet dense fluffy white head. Aroma is a bit sweet corn and a bit estery. There's also some yeast flavours I'm getting. Taste is really well balanced. It might lean a bit towards the malt side with a clean grain flavour followed by an almost sweet and sour yeasty bready note. Some floral type hops come and dry out the grains leaving a clean drying finish. There's a great mix here of malts and hops and everything seems to be working well together. Easy drinking and smooth. I quite enjoy this beer when it's on tap. Much better than the bottled version.

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