PEACE OFFERING
A little birdie tells us this pumped-up pale ale goes down a treat after a long day on the tools
THE ale assault on the Sunshine State from the west continues and the latest weapon is Gage Roads’ Little Dove New World Pale Ale.
They made a favourable impression with their Single Fin and this unusually titled pale ale is, in many ways, the “big brother” to that drop, offering a little more body with a considerably higher alcohol content.
It is a well-balanced and slightly “toned down” pale offering a good combination of hops and malts.
Little Dove has a rich amber colour with a thin, frothy head. While you will pick up fruity notes in the nose, these don’t tend to linger, giving way to malt aromas.
There’s plenty of body in this brew — it’s smooth, slightly creamy and very satisfying, especially in the aftertaste, which leaves the palate clean and ready for more.
It doesn’t make you feel bloated after a few, but that’s the catch.
If you’re not careful, this little birdie will have you soaring like an eagle after a decent session. While it creeps up on you, it’s a strong beer at 6.2 per cent.
Little Dove isn’t a beer I’d grab straight away as a thirst quencher. It’s more refined, making it the ideal companion for sitting down with friends to solve the world’s problems.
I would liken it more to a golden ale than a pale and as such it’s great with pork dishes, especially with a bit of crackling.