In 1850, Robert Theakston bought a field on the outskirts of Masham with a view, one day, to build in it a bigger brewery to take over from his brew-house at the back of his Inn, the Black Bull which was already bursting at the seams. When Robert first took on the lease of the Black Bull in 1827, as was the case with most rural licensees, he had to brew his own beer on the premises. So popular were his ales that he realised early on that he would one day have to expand. The field he bought was called 'Paradise' and the new brewery he built is the one we still use to this day.
Paradise Ale was named after the field. The name Paradise Ale also refers to the delicious tropical fruit flavour of the beer made possible by the liberal use of the Cascade hop, a descendent of the noble Fuggle hop. A great thirst quencher and perfect to temper the steamiest of curries and other hot dishes.
Paradise Ale was named after the field. The name Paradise Ale also refers to the delicious tropical fruit flavour of the beer made possible by the liberal use of the Cascade hop, a descendent of the noble Fuggle hop. A great thirst quencher and perfect to temper the steamiest of curries and other hot dishes.
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5.9/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 5
Flavor 6
Texture 6
Overall 6.5
500ml bottle from Waitrose, Bracknell. A bright amber colour with a creamy white head; semmed heavily carbonated when first poured but soon settled. Aroma of malt and perhaps a hint of apple; very light and fruity, without being watery. Moderately bitter finish. Pleasant, but unexceptional.
Tried
from Bottle
on 18 May 2007
at 11:39
6.2/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 6
Flavor 6
Texture 6
Overall 7
Cask. Golden colour, white, creamy, semi-stable head. Aroma is fresh and slightly acidic. Flavour is also refreshing and acidic, but a little too sweet for my liking in this type of beer. Dry bitterness in aftertaste.
Tried
from Cask
on 20 Jan 2005
at 15:53
5.6/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 6
Flavor 6
Texture 4
Overall 5.5
[Cask at Charlieโs Bar, Copenhagen] A hazy orange beer with a small beige head. The aroma is very fruity and flowery. The flavor is flowery with hints of caramel and a quite dry hoppy finish. The body is light.
Tried
from Cask
on 22 Dec 2004
at 14:49