Saturday 4 February 2017

Vetlebror (Littlebro)

Brewery: Ægir Bryggeri
Supplier: Beer52

Based out of a brewpub in a little village in Norway this brewery has grown substantially since it opened in 2007. They have a wide range that they sell in cans, but these cans are unique as they have a top that is completely removed. This is one of their core range, a sessionable IPA. Marketed in the UK as Littlebro the original name is Vetlebror. I served this chilled.
Appearance: Pale but with a deep gold colour to the centre. The head is slightly off-white and of medium thickness, but thins to a fine but complete layer. 
Aroma: Prety much no aroma at all, there are some very faint traces of hops but that is about it. 
Flavour: Crisp malt and refreshing citrus hops.
Body: Very crisp on the front with a nice smooth bit of body and carbonation in the back. Very refreshing and satisfying 
Aftertaste: Some slight tartness from the hops leading into a slight hoppy bitterness.

Overall: Therefore this gets a rating of 5, I can see this being very popular for drinking outdoors on a sunny day, but there is nothing that stands out and more of a pale ale.

Price Range: Another from the box of 8 for £24 - so £3 for a 330ml bottle, not worth it for this price but if I saw it for lower I would get a few for everyday drinking beers. And probably a good price in Norway.

Food Pairings: Seeing as it is from Norway I would have to go with some salty white fish,  maybe on some rye bread.