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Mild ale is a traditional English beer made from English malt, hops, and ale yeast. It has an alcohol content ranging from 2.8 to 4.5% ABV and is characterized by its low hop bitterness.
History
Mild ale originated in England during the 18th century as a response to population growth. Some brewers began selling beer with a shorter aging period at a lower price than fully mature ale, which could take up to a year to mature in barrels. This young beer became known as 'mild ale,' with the term 'mild' referring to its low hop bitterness and alcohol content compared to other English brown ales.
Characteristics
Mild ale is made with English malt, hops, and ale yeast, with sugar sometimes added as a supplement. It ranges in color from copper-red to dark brown or mahogany, with some lighter versions in deep amber and light brown. It is typically unfiltered with moderate clarity. The beer forms a moderate, creamy to yellow-brown foam with low stability. It has a moderate malt aroma with light fruity notes and a weak hop aroma. The malt flavor depends on the type of malt and yeast and can have sweet, caramel, nutty, chocolate, coffee, fruity, or smoky notes.
Types and styles
In some classifications, mild ale is considered a subtype of the English brown ale style. It is not very common in England itself but can be found in central counties near Birmingham.
Adapted from the Russian Wikipedia article Мягкий эль, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.