Ridgeway / Dutchess Across the Pond Anglo American Golden Ale Review
A transatlantic collaboration between Ridgeway Brewing and Dutchess Ales brings us Across the Pond, an Anglo-American golden ale presented in a classic 500ml bottle. This brew bridges traditional British brewing heritage with American hop character, resulting in a sessionable yet deeply flavorful golden ale.
Appearance & Aroma
Pouring a clear, bright golden-amber with a fine-bubbled white head, the bottle-conditioned nature of the ale adds a nice touch of rustic carbonation and lacing. The aroma offers a harmonious blend of biscuity English malts, subtle fruit esters, and a modern burst of citrus and floral American hop notes.
Taste & Mouthfeel
On the palate, Across the Pond delivers an engaging interplay between old-world malt depth and new-world hop brightness.
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Malt Profile: Offers a clean, bready malt sweetness with hints of cracker and light biscuit.
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Hop Character: Balances earthy British tradition with zesty American citrus and light herbal bitterness.
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Mouthfeel: Medium-bodied and gently effervescent from traditional bottle conditioning, resulting in a crisp, refreshing finish.
The Verdict
Across the Pond is a brilliant execution of cross-cultural brewing. It showcases the best of both worlds, making it an approachable yet complex golden ale that is exceptionally food-friendly and satisfying.
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