Westerham Brewery Co. Spirit of Kent Pale Ale

Tasting notes by Adrian Tierney-Jones, author of the Big Book of Beer:There was a distinct swing of the compass about the nose, as it touched all points citrus sweetness (mandarin), earthiness and pungent hop sack. The palate carried a refrain of similar mandarin sweetness (orange jelly for adults), a muscular earthiness (think big Burgundies), a slight note of almond and a dry bitter finish. A Spitfire garnishes the pump clip and I can think of no better analogy for this beer than the purring beauty of that aircrafts Merlin engine when in full flight.