The English ales of old were often between 3% and 4% - classic session beers. Greene King still make an IPA available all over which is 3.4% (traditionally IPA was supposed to be weak!)
There's also a style of English beer called a "mild" - called so for its low alcohol. However, the beer itself is dark and thick like a stout - often confusing people who expected "mild" taste.
Another useless fact: in England you sometimes hear of "continental strength" lager - which means it's 5%.
There's also a style of English beer called a "mild" - called so for its low alcohol. However, the beer itself is dark and thick like a stout - often confusing people who expected "mild" taste.
Another useless fact: in England you sometimes hear of "continental strength" lager - which means it's 5%.