Downton Brewery Chimera IPA is a truly classic IPA bursting with resinous hoppy flavours that packs quite a punch - just as a traditional IPA should. Refreshing for the summer yet strong enough to be warming in the winter; a traditional India Pale Ale brewed with a hugely increased hop rate for a strong floral aroma and a powerful bitter taste. This award winning IPA is seriously drinkable but deceptively strong…. not a beer to be taken lightly! Available in bottle. "Chimera would certainly win in a fight against Greene King IPA & Deuchars IPA's softer less traditional alternatives. A great match with spicy foods your favourite curry or a peppered steak." IPA's (India Pale Ales) were originally designed for export to the British Army out in India - the higher levels of hops and alcohol both acting as preservatives to keep the beer in top condition during the long hot sea voyage. IPA's were developed to stop soldiers drinking the ridiculously strong local tipple - arak which combined with infected water was putting close to one third of the army out of action. Chimera IPA will quench the thirst of even the most parched soldier!