Beer Analysis – Old
Brand: Tooheys
Brewer: Tooheys Brewery
Type: Ale
Style: Dark Ale
Region: NSW Australia
Alcohol/vol:4.4%
Volume:375ml
Brewers Description: Tooheys Old is a robustly flavoured ale made with top fermentation ale yeast. The beer is lightly hopped and black malt gives it darker colour. The fruity ale-like esters blend well with the subtle hoppiness and hints of coffee/chocolate to deliver a unique beer.
Justin’s Review
Ironically named, Old is one of the oldest Australian beers, dating back to 1869, cirtainly one of the oldest on the east coast. Adding to this, Old is increasingly considered an old mans drink as young people are trending towards bright, colourful, sweet drinks… which old is certainly not. While the young or unadventurous types might fear an overpowering, bitter, burnt beer, Old certainly is not that either.
Tooheys Old has a robust malty flavour balanced by a fruity hoppiness and a moderate bitterness. Brewed following the German Alt style of beer it is best enjoyed with a strong flavoured meal like a rich BBQ sauc, gamey meats or strong cheese.
