The resurgence of mild
I’ve posted before on the resurgence of mild but with it has come the possibility to try a range of a new gereration of milds.
Boxcar who were something of the leaders in the trend have brewed double and triple strength version of their dark mild. I’m a fan of the 3.6% original which can be found on cask but is now also in can. The double is 6.3% and the triple 9%. I’ve tried the double in can, but while it was enjoyable I still think the 3.6% version works better. Its full bodied for its strength and just hugely drinkable.
I’ve also tried Elusive’s Pinball a 3.7% dark mild in can, which is Andy Parker’s modern tweak on the style with raison notes. More complex and fully flavoured than some traditional milds I think.
Finally I had a pint of Howling Hops 4% Shimmy at the Cock Tavern (where else) which was a little sweeter than those mentioned above but still very drinkable.
To be able to find the style again is both a tribute to CAMRA for keeping on campaigning on it but also to the newer craft brewers who are adapting and promoting the traditional style again.
Now for a light mild….
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