Lion launches a permanent new addition to the James Squire range

Lion is adding to its James Squire craft beer portfolio with the release of a deep golden English-style ale called The Constable Copper Ale.

The brew will become a permanent addition to the James Squire range and will be available nationally on tap and in pack from 28 October.

According to Lion, The Constable Copper Ale, like other beers under the James Squire brand, pays tribute to a chapter in the life story of the historic brewer, James Squire.

Squire transformed himself playing different characters throughout his life: from a chicken thief and convict to a wealthy farmer and Australia’s first brewer. However, Squire spent his later years as a district constable.

Jeff Potter, head brewer at Malt Shovel brewery where the ale is made, said The Constable Copper Ale is brewed in the style of an English Ordinary Bitter. It is described as having a deep golden colour and a rich creamy head, and a balanced nose of floral, citrus and earthy notes with a moderate hop-bitterness that lingers after the firm malt backbone.
 
“This is a classic British ale style that we’re very excited to share with Australian drinkers as they continue to explore the range of craft beers out there,” he said.

“We have used a unique combination of malts and hops to brew The Constable Copper Ale. Pale, Munich and Crystal malts join Super Alpha, Topaz, UK Fuggles and Galaxy hops in a flavoursome, refreshing ale that we think beer drinkers will love.”