Year: 2021

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Beer labels that share more in common with the vibrant designs of tropical shakes and smoothies than those of traditional ales of old are becoming increasingly common on bar fronts and supermarket shelves. It’s a phenomenon that many are yet to try. So, what is a Milkshake IPA?

While the thought of a milkshake flavoured beer might turn a few heads, the result, much like pineapple on pizza, is a match made in heaven. Okay, so not everyone appreciates tropical fruit on their slice, but it sure makes a great deal of sense in beer.

This relatively new beer style is making waves in the brewing world – and for good reason. Lactose sugar is added to hoppy IPA, forging a thick and creamy brew that bursts with a juicy, fruity sharpness. The rich, hazy notes of Milkshake IPA are wonderfully moreish and complimented by a full-bodied mouthfeel akin to that of a bold Stout or Porter. It’s a must for anyone with a sweet tooth and a thirst for something different.

Milkshake IPAs have been brewed with pretty much every fruit you can think of, and you’ll likely find salted caramel and other dessert-themed variations out there too. As touched upon earlier, pineapple is a particularly appetising choice that graces the tasting notes of the style more often than not.

At St Austell Brewery, our Milkshake IPA is a fine example of why this remarkable brew is getting people talking, and drinking. It weighs in at a generous 5.8% ABV and showcases an eye-catching burnished gold body. A variety of malts, including Cornish Marris Otter, combine with Amarillo, Citra, El Dorado, and Mosaic hops. Pineapple, grapefruit, mango, and passionfruit flavours dance across the palate with that all-important creamy thickness of a classic milkshake. Simply delicious.

Milkshake IPA is available in 330ml bottles,  on SALE priced at £19.99 – while stocks last.

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Meet Rob Orton, our Production Manager at St. Austell Brewery.

How long have you been at the brewery?

I am very proud to have worked here for 16 years, mostly in production and in a few varying roles whilst developing technical knowledge and experience. I’m currently responsible for the brewing, packaging, and engineering functions on this site and the 39 people within those teams. I am incredibly passionate about all things beer and brewing and like to experiment in the Small Batch Brewery– which allows my creative mind to run wild! 

Tell us about the small batch brewery…

Our Small Batch Brewery was installed in 2015 and allows us to experiment with different ingredients, beer styles, new processes, and pack formats, as well as many other things. We have worked with customers, suppliers, and competition winners to produce a wide range of styles and perfect new recipes prior to producing on the much larger, main brewhouse. Our Small Batch Brewery produces 2,000l per brew and we use it on average once or twice a week. Pre Covid-19, we had our Small Batch Beer Club running alongside one-off bottle brews. Forty pubs across the South West of England and two in Denmark, were part of the club, and would receive up to 30 new beers each year on cask for their customers to enjoy. 

 

What are some of the exciting ingredients you’ve used in the small batch brewery? 

We’ve used ingredients ranging from Hibiscus flowers to local honey and almost every fruit variety – and plenty of    international spices. Although usually a cask project, this year – due to Covid – we’re releasing bottled beers as part of the 2021 small batch series.  Endeavour launched in February and sold out in 12 hours. – Up next is Harlequin IPA (on sale 17th March from 7pm) – which we’re hoping will be just as, if not more popular.