I've always had a soft spot for this 3.6% Pale Ale. It is pleasantly hoppy, with a nice citrus flavor and not very alcoholic making it a good choice for afternoons in the sun. The down side of the lower ABV is a slight tendency towards a watery texture, but this is not as problematic as might be expected. The biggest drawback is that it is quite generic, which immediately rules it out as a truly great beer. It can often be found quite cheaply (on sale for 99p is sometimes possible in the supermarkets), which is a point in its favor, but it tends to be slightly more expensive. Certainly Marstons has branded it as a higher quality alternative to yesterday's review. This is an excellent choice to purchase for mixed crowds at summer BBQs or, dare I say it, afternoons at the cricket. A solid 6/10 with a nod to the fact that it will be at least a five for the vast majority of drinkers.
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