GUESTS at the Blunsdon Arms will have the chance to experience a unique ale this summer, as part of Ember’s Guest Ale Programme.

Brewed by Itchen Valley exclusively for Ember pubs, Calypso is named after the powerful American hop it is made from, which is a brand new hop to the UK.

Calypso unusually uses just one hop to make a crisp pale ale, at 4.1 per cent alcohol, which has a powerful aroma and bitter taste with hints of juicy pear and apple.

Mark Burton, manager of the Abbey Meads pub, said: “Our guests are always looking for the latest ales and newest flavours, which is why Calypso is a great addition to our ale programme.

“The fact that it uses a brand new hop to the UK will really excite our guests, as the taste will be completely unique. We’re delighted to be able to offer this ale throughout the summer and would urge anyone looking for a new ale experience to pay us a visit.”

Calypso is the first of four unique ales brewed by Itchen Valley, each using a new hop from across Europe, America and New Zealand.

To find out more, visit the Ember Inns website at www.emberinns.co.uk