Malt and caramel are part of the flavor and aroma profile of the English-style mild while licorice and roast malt tones may sometimes contribute as well. Hop bitterness is very low to low. U.S. brewers are known to make lighter-colored versions as well as the more common “dark mild.” These beers are very low in alcohol, yet often are still medium-bodied due to increased dextrin malts.
English-Style Mild
Category: Brown Ales
Food Pairings
- Mushrooms and Wild Game
- Mild Cheddar
- Dark Fruit Tart
Commercial Examples
- SS Minnow Mild, Dry Dock Brewing Co.
- Bristlecone, Uinta Brewing Co.
- Hold the Reins, Brink Brewing Co.
Appearance
Color
Reddish Brown to Very Dark
Clarity
Clear to Slight Haze
Carbonation (Visual)
Slow to Medium Rising Bubbles
Flavor/Aroma
Alcohol
Not Detectable
Hop
Hop flavor is low to very low
Malt
Caramel, Chocolate, Coffee, Licorice, Raisin, Molasses. Malt flavors dominate the flavor profile
Esters
Fruity-ester flavors, if present, are very low to medium-low
Phenols
Not common to style
Fermentation By-Products
Diactyl at low levels is common
Sensations
Body
Soft to Mouth-Coating
Carbonation
Low to Medium
Finish Length
Short to Medium
Attenuation
Medium - High
Ingredients
Hops
Kent Goldings
Malt
British Pale Ale, Crystal, Pale Chocolate, Black Patent
Water
Varies
Yeast
Ale
