Brown Ale is a flavourful, malt-forward beer that is typically amber to brown in colour. It is imbued with rich, toasty, and nutty characteristics, it offers a smooth balance between malt sweetness and mild hop bitterness. The malt profile is usually marked by notes of caramel, toffee, biscuit, and sometimes chocolate or dark fruit like raisins and figs. Brown Ales can vary in strength, with some being lighter and more sessionable (like English Brown Ales) and others being richer and more robust (like American or Belgian-style Brown Ales). The hop bitterness is generally restrained, allowing the malt sweetness to dominate while providing a clean, smooth finish. Carbonation is moderate, and the mouthfeel is often medium-bodied, making Brown Ale a cozy, drinkable choice for many beer lovers.