Field +Theory Foundry Amber Ale

Tasting Summary

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Nags Head, Reading, Berkshire

Who	Score	When	Notes
Hogan Sampling		28 Feb 2026	A very good head presented and lacing lasting well on this West Berkshire amber ale. A hoppy first hit with hints of caramel and roasted coffee. A gentle maltiness rising from specialty roasted or crystal malts typically found in this style with a toasty malty note prevailing. A dry fruited hoppiness from its classic British hops sailing downwards with a lingering bitterness overtaking its caramel flavouring. Certainly would not have hesitated having another given its good condition here but for a few more venues to squeeze in. The brewery's unique square fermentation method guides the yeast differently and compared to modern cylindrical tanks, creating what the brewery calls a "deeper, more nuanced character.” Field + Theory is a small-scale brewery based in West Berkshire, south of Wantage, at Mayfield Farm in Compton, approximately 23 miles north-west of Reading. They were incorporated in September 2025 and with the founders bringing over 20 years of brewing experience to the project. They prioritise heritage-driven recipes like their Foundry Amber Ale.