DE14 Flight Suit Orange Pale Ale

DE14 is a Burton-on-Trent based craft brewery taking its name from the town’s postcode — a nice local identity for a brewery working in a town with one of the most storied brewing histories in Britain. Burton’s water is famously high in calcium sulphate, which gives ales brewed there a distinctive mineral character that brewers worldwide spent decades trying to replicate. Flight Suit Orange Pale Ale is their citrus-forward take on the modern pale ale style, with aviation branding that gives it a distinctive identity.

Tasting Notes

Flight Suit pours a hazy golden colour with a white head. The nose is bright and citrusy — orange zest is the dominant note, with some floral hop character underneath. On the palate the orange character is vivid and forward: fresh orange peel flavour, a clean hop bitterness, and a refreshing, dry finish. It’s a beer that delivers exactly what the name promises without overcomplicating things — orange character, good hop bitterness, and genuine refreshment.

Verdict

Serve cold and drink fresh — citrus hop character fades with time. Flight Suit Orange Pale Ale is a well-made, approachable citrus pale ale from a brewery with a strong local identity. It’s a good choice for people who enjoy fruit-forward pale ales with real hop character. Pairs well with light food, summer occasions, or just as a refreshing everyday drink. A lively, fun beer from Burton’s craft scene.