The soubriquet Native Storm is a reference to the Welsh
uprising led by Owain Glyn Dwr that began on 16th September, 1400
against English rule, and lasted for in excess of 15 years. Which for a brief spell
produced a united independent Wales,
with its own Prince and Parliament. Though eventually suppressed by the English
reverberations of this revolt are still echoed in Wales today.
With the History homework done, we can now get on to the
more important business of the beer. Native Storm is brewed in Caephilly by
Celt Experience Brewery which was founded in 2007 as a sister brewery to the
then Somerset
based Newmans Brewery, which has subsequently closed with all Newmans beers now
being produced at Celt Experrience.
This robust bitter pours an amber-copper colour, reminiscent
of manuka honey, with a thin off-white head. The aroma is very fresh with hints
of biscuit and floral hops. Native Storm has a smooth mouthfeel with a slight
dry finish, the taste mild, but very satisfying, with flavours of caramel,
nutty hints and decent hop bitterness. These elements make this a very well
rounded beer that is easy drinking and
is suitable not only a quick lunchtime pint, but at 4.4%, also makes a good
session ale to enjoy over a conversation with friends.
This beer would be an excellent accompaniment to red meats,
pates or cheese.
LECHYD DA!.
