Kentucky Common Ale · A Revival of a Pre-Prohibition Classic
Artisan Kentucky Common
Light · Toasted Malt · Caramel · Clean Finish
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Rooted in the rich brewing history of the American South, Nomad Brewing's Kentucky Common pays tribute to a classic yet often overlooked beer style. This light, malt-forward ale balances notes of toasted malt and caramel sweetness with a refreshingly clean finish, making it an easy-drinking beer with unexpected depth.
Tasting Notes
The Kentucky Common pours a warm amber with a slightly creamy off-white head. Aromas of toasted grain, sweet caramel, and a hint of earthy spice rise from the glass. On the palate, expect a smooth malt character featuring layers of freshly baked bread, subtle toffee, and roasted nuts. Its light body and crisp carbonation ensure a clean, satisfying finish with just a touch of lingering sweetness.
Brewing Process
Brewed with a blend of premium two-row barley, caramel malts, and a touch of roasted barley, this Kentucky Common showcases a carefully balanced malt profile. A portion of corn, true to the historic style, adds fermentable sugars and lightens the body without diluting flavour. Classic American hops add mild bitterness, while temperature-controlled fermentation ensures exceptional clarity and a well-rounded, clean finish. The result honours the pre-Prohibition original while refining it for today's premium beer enthusiasts.
Historical Insight
Originating in Louisville, Kentucky, in the late 1800s, Kentucky Common was one of the few truly American beer styles before Prohibition. Popular among working-class communities, this ale was known for being brewed, fermented, and served fresh in less than a week. Traditionally made with a portion of corn for added fermentable sugars, its light, approachable taste made it a staple in saloons across the South. Nomad Brewing's modern take honours this heritage while refining its flavour for today's premium beer enthusiasts.
The Experience
Nomad Brewing's Kentucky Common is more than just a beer, it's a sip of history reimagined for the modern palate: smooth malt complexity, a light body, and a clean finish that pairs effortlessly with hearty fare or stands alone as a flavorful, refreshing pour.
How to describe it to a guest
“Think of it as a piece of pre-Prohibition history in a glass: toasted malt and caramel sweetness, finishing light, clean, and easy to drink.”
Contains barley and gluten. Brewed with two-row barley, caramel malts, roasted barley, and a touch of corn. Not suitable for gluten-free diets.
Formats
Available in 30L Kegs & 473ml Cans
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Keg · 63 pints
473ml
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