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This the second of three beers brewed by Alnwick Brewery on behalf of The Holy Island Brewing co, the final beer will be following along shortly!
Who is Oswald Whiteblade?
Oswald Whiteblade ruled the kingdom of Northumberland from 634-642. He was known as the Whiteblade, for his military prowess, He was instrumental in furthering the christian faith throughout the land.
Together with St Aiden, he founded a monastery in 635 on the tidal island of Lindisfarne.
What about the beer?
1. Name : Oswald Whiteblade
2. Brewery: Alnwick Brewery Co X The Holy Island Brewing co
3. Hop: N/A
4. Grain : Malted Barley
5. Aroma : Heavy Malt lead with a citrus follow up.
6. Appearance : Clear Apple juice appearance with a tight white film head when poured.
7. Body : Medium bodied, well carbonated with a Poor head retention.
8. Taste : Very similar to the St Aidan, but with a bit more of punch in the citrus. In short; easy drinking, moreish; traditional.
This is another very good easy drinking traditional ale. This one has a little more flavour than the first despite the slight drop in ABV.
Our overall rating: 3.6/ 5.0
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