Haven't had a Bridge Road beer in a while, too long it seems. I've always liked their range but for some reason tend to overlook them when scanning for a sixer. Their selection of beers do come with a hefty price tag. Still, you do get what you pay for in the end. Once this journey is over, I'll make it a priority to make them a regular in the fridge.
Their Red Ale pours the colour of burnt toffee. The dominating flavour is definately malt, thickened by caramel and toffee and a nutty finish. It really is a brilliant combination of flavours and from the word go this was one of the best Red Ales I'd sampled. While the beer is relatively transparent in appearance it has this creamy texture to it, in the same way that a good Irish whiskey does. There would be nary a Paddy in Dublin that wouldn't approve. Sturdy, without being heavy, and delicately flavoured without being soft. Very well balanced.
I can safely say that Larry Bird himself would approve of this Celtic Red Ale. It feels like the beer equivalent of a glass of Jameson. While not being anything outrageous or extraordinary, it's a superbly smooth customer who ticks all the necessary boxes.
8/10
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