Donnington Brewery has unveiled its latest beer, Cotswold IPA, “a light and refreshing session IPA” brewed in the heart of the Cotswolds.

The new 3.4% ABV beer is described as a pale, easy-drinking beer with a distinctive mango aroma and crisp, fruity character.

Light-bodied but full of flavour, it has been created as a refreshing lower-strength IPA.

The beer was brewed by three generations of the Arkell family at Donnington Brewery and was recently given its first taste at The Red Lion Inn in Little Compton, one of Donnington’s pubs. 

Donnington Brewery Director John Arkell said that as a historic family brewer, they strive to continue to innovate while still retaining their traditional ways of brewing.

Cotswold IPA is the latest addition to Donnington Brewery’s range, which is brewed at the historic brewery in Stow-on-the-Wold. Richard Arkell began brewing there in 1865, and the brewery has been owned and run by the Arkell family ever since.  

James Arkell, John Arkell, Oliver Arkell, Harry Arkell and Fred Arkell were all involved in the brewing process for the new beer.

The new IPA is available in keg and has been introduced across Donnington’s pubs as part of the permanent range.