Gladstone Golden Ale

Gladstone is Tooth & Nail’s British-style golden ale, part of a pub-beer tradition that offers a paler alternative to the familiar amber bitter. Golden ale belongs to the ale family, not the lager family: its colour tells only part of the story. In the British tradition, the style brings pale malt and hops together with an emphasis on refreshment rather than richness.

Bring Gladstone to a leisurely lunch with a ploughman’s plate: cheddar, crusty bread, pickles, and something sharp from the mustard jar. Fish and chips or a savoury tart are other good starting points for pairing this style. Serve cool rather than ice-cold, giving it a little room to open up in the glass.