Brewery Name: Siren Craft Brew
Beer Style: Best Bitter
ABV: 3.8%
Brewed In: Finchampstead, Berkshire, England

Tasting Notes

Today’s beer is Memento, Siren’s take on a modern Best Bitter — a style rooted in British pub tradition, but here with a few gentle updates. Expect biscuit and caramel from the malts, grassy and herbal hop notes, and a crisp, refreshing bitterness. Cascade dry-hop adds a subtle citrus lift to the finish.

Appearance: Clear amber to copper with a soft, creamy off-white head. Classic Bitter presentation.
Aroma: Biscuit malt, light caramel, gentle floral and herbal hops, with a touch of citrus from Cascade.
Flavour: Smooth caramel and biscuit sweetness upfront, balanced by earthy English hop bitterness. The Cascade dry-hop brings bright notes of citrus peel that freshen the classic profile. Clean, balanced and incredibly drinkable.
Mouthfeel: Light-to-medium body with smooth carbonation. Refreshing, sessionable and crisp with a satisfying bitter finish.

A lovely nod to British pub culture — warming, familiar and perfect for a relaxed December evening.

About the Brewery: Siren Craft Brew

Siren Craft Brew, founded in 2013, is one of the most innovative and respected breweries in the UK. Known for both their creativity and precision, Siren produce everything from bold IPAs and pastry stouts to traditional styles approached with subtle modern touches — exactly what you get with Memento.

Best Bitter is a style Siren treats with respect, keeping the balance and drinkability that define the category, while introducing a small twist through dry-hopping with Cascade. It brings a touch of brightness without disrupting the classic malt–hop interplay. The brewery’s approach is about honouring tradition while making each beer feel alive, expressive and thoughtfully crafted.

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Style Spotlight: Best Bitter

Best Bitter is a classic British ale style designed for balance, drinkability and session-friendly character. Malt sweetness meets earthy hop bitterness, with subtle fruit and floral notes from traditional English hops.

Key Characteristics:

• Amber to copper colour
• Biscuit, caramel and toffee malts
• Earthy, herbal or floral hop bitterness
• Light-to-medium body
• Clean, balanced finish

Siren’s Memento respects everything about the style, while the Cascade dry-hop adds a refreshing citrus edge that makes it feel modern and bright.

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