J.S Harrison

Into the Mild 2026 : Jolly Sailor brewery – Overhaul, Dark Ruby Mild (ABV 3.7%)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Welcome to Into The Mild! where we shine a light on one of Britain’s most underrated beer styles. Milds might once have been known as the easy-going, lower ABV pints of the pub world, but these days the style is slowly evolving, with plenty now pushing into the strength rangeContinue reading “Into the Mild 2026 : Jolly Sailor brewery – Overhaul, Dark Ruby Mild (ABV 3.7%)”

Into the Mild 2026

Hello Beer lovers! Its that time of year again! be very very quiet!… We’re Hunting Milds! There’s something quietly brilliant about a good Mild. No fuss, just a beer that does exactly what it says on the tin. Traditionally known for being lower in ABV, smooth, malt-forward and incredibly drinkable, Mild has always been oneContinue reading “Into the Mild 2026”

T|E|H – Full Circle 6th Birthday special Beer Release

Hello there my fellow beer lovers, We are a little late to the Party, but a while back we were lucky enough to get our hands on Full Circles Birthday beer selection from 2025, but its cool to be fashionably late to a party isn’t it?… To celebrate their 6th birthday, Full Circle have droppedContinue reading “T|E|H – Full Circle 6th Birthday special Beer Release”

TEH – Sorry about the slight hiatus.

Well… turns out even Sam occasionally needs patching up every now and again… just a reminder that his 20’s are well and truly a distant past. ( he’s not far from 40 now). We have been quiet recently due to Sam (typer and main poster of all things the Eternal Hoptimists) being out of commissionContinue reading “TEH – Sorry about the slight hiatus.”

Its Easter that means its time for Mini Eggs in a Glass! (6% ABV Chocolate Stout)

Welcome back fellow beer lovers. Easter is a time for traditions; family gatherings, questionable amounts of chocolate, and the annual debate about whether it’s acceptable to eat Mini Eggs or Cadburys creme eggs before breakfast. This year, though, we’ve decided to take things up a notch by swapping the Easter Eggs and sweets for aContinue reading “Its Easter that means its time for Mini Eggs in a Glass! (6% ABV Chocolate Stout)”

Redwillow – Trappless English Tripel (7.6% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Coddy turns his attention to Redwillow Brewery’s Trappless English Tripel (7.6% ABV). Bold, strong, and ambitious, this beer promises a flavour-packed experience, but not every promise is kept. Will it impress, or is this one better left on the shelf? Let’s find out. Name: Trappless English Tripel This has noContinue reading “Redwillow – Trappless English Tripel (7.6% ABV)”

Redwillow – Trappless English Dubbel (5.8% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Coddy is turning his attention to Redwillow Brewery’s Trappless English Dubbel (5.8% ABV). Rich, malty, and brewed with classic Belgian-inspired character, this beer promises a flavourful experience without overcomplicating things. The question is: does it hit the mark, or leave you wanting a little more? Name: Trappless English Dubbel thisContinue reading “Redwillow – Trappless English Dubbel (5.8% ABV)”

Vibrant Forest – English Bitter (4.0% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Stuart is on tasting duty with Vibrant Forest’s English Bitter (4.0% ABV), a classic session able pint that’s all about traditional flavour. According to him, it’s exactly the sort of beer that would sit perfectly alongside a hearty plate of pie and peas! Name: English Bitter (4.0% ABV) This wasContinue reading “Vibrant Forest – English Bitter (4.0% ABV)”

Redwillow Brewery – Perceptionless (6.6% ABV)

Chris is taking a closer look at Perceptionless from Redwillow Brewery. At 6.6% ABV, it promises a solid pour, but the real question is whether the flavour delivers as much intrigue as the name suggests. Let’s see what this brew is all about. Name: PerceptionLess I found this to be a light and fruity andContinue reading “Redwillow Brewery – Perceptionless (6.6% ABV)”

Bearwood Brewing: Spengler, Dark Berry Sour ( 5% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, This time we’re cracking open something that looks suspiciously like it might help animate the statue of liberty. It’s the kind of beer that feels less like a quiet night in and more like you’ve accidentally crossed the streams… in the fridge. Name: Spengler The blackcurrant and red fruit flavoursContinue reading “Bearwood Brewing: Spengler, Dark Berry Sour ( 5% ABV)”