Real/Craft Ale Review – The|Eternal|Hoptimitsts

Black Lodge Brewery- A Better Land (4.8% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, You know that feeling when you’re scrolling through a beer list and one just catches your eye for absolutely no sensible reason? well that was was A Better Land from Black Lodge Brewery for Kayla, who has taken a bit of a detour from sours of late! Name: A BetterContinue reading “Black Lodge Brewery- A Better Land (4.8% ABV)”

Vibrant Forest – Metamorph (5.5% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Some beers have names that tell you exactly what you’re getting. Others leave a little more to the imagination. Metamorph from Vibrant Forest Brewery firmly falls into the latter category, sounding less like a beer and more like a villain or new form for The Power Rangers. Name: Metamoprh ThisContinue reading “Vibrant Forest – Metamorph (5.5% ABV)”

Funky Fluid – Gelato Ice Cream Sour, Banana, Mango, & Coconut Lassi (5.5% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, If you’ve spent any time reading our reviews, you’ll know that when it comes to beer, We do often cover a lot of tart, fruity, sours that are often just a little bit ridiculous around this time of year. So when we spotted Funky Fluid’s Gelato Banana, Mango & CoconutContinue reading “Funky Fluid – Gelato Ice Cream Sour, Banana, Mango, & Coconut Lassi (5.5% ABV)”

Azvex Brewing – Barbarian Robin India Pale Ale (6.2% ABV)

Fans of rugby league will appreciate that ‘The Robins’ is the nickname of Hull Kingston Rovers. At the end of May, Sam and I will be venturing down to London to see them take on the mighty Wigan. Tough opposition with a long and proud history, but we are the current cup holders. So, whatContinue reading “Azvex Brewing – Barbarian Robin India Pale Ale (6.2% ABV)”

Twice Brewed – Season of the Witch (6.5% ABV)

Welcome back, fellow beer lovers. As the Summer Solstice rolls around and we enjoy the longest day of the year, it seems only fitting that today’s beer comes with a little bit of mystery attached. Season of the Witch from Twice Brewed isn’t exactly a name that conjures up images of sitting quietly in theContinue reading “Twice Brewed – Season of the Witch (6.5% ABV)”

Siren Craft Brew – Marshmallow Mountain Chocolate Marshmallow Porter (5.1% ABV)

Welcome back lovers of great beer. Shopping in Asda, I spy a chocolate porter? Yes please, but hold on a second, marshmallow too, not so sure about that… According to the label, it’s brewed with special Venezuelan cacao nibs which sounds lovely. There is lactose added so its going to have a vanilla creaminess too,Continue reading “Siren Craft Brew – Marshmallow Mountain Chocolate Marshmallow Porter (5.1% ABV)”

Naryensztadt Craft Brewery – Smoothie Beer, sweet Summer crumble (4.2% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Maryensztadt ( no I cant pronounce that) Craft Brewery are one of Poland’s better-known modern craft breweries, they have been brewing since 2015 and building a reputation for creative beers that balance traditional styles with more experimental ideas. Experimental I certainly the word for this one, Stu physically recoiled whenContinue reading “Naryensztadt Craft Brewery – Smoothie Beer, sweet Summer crumble (4.2% ABV)”

Redwillow Brewery- Very English IPA (5.3% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Chris is stepping up to the bar with Very English IPA from RedWillow Brewery a beer proudly wearing its roots on its sleeve. At 5.3% ABV, this is less about tropical overload and more about showcasing the kind of balanced, dependable character that traditional British brewing does so well. TheContinue reading “Redwillow Brewery- Very English IPA (5.3% ABV)”

Thornbridge x Stone Brewing – West Side Glory West Coast IPA (7.0% ABV)

Welcome back beer fans. Another West Coast IPA and another collaboration beer, but this promises to be very good, coming from two of the best breweries around. No gimmicks just a classic brew, hopefully done with skill and panache. An impressive collaboration producing a superior West Coast IPA. As the name suggests this is glorious.Continue reading “Thornbridge x Stone Brewing – West Side Glory West Coast IPA (7.0% ABV)”

Brew York – Albus Crumbledore, mixed fruit crumble sour (4.6% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Name: Albus Crumbledore This has a strong sour punch and was very reminiscent of mulled wine. The blend of sour and the vanilla crumbly finish made this a very complex but morish mouthful. Overall it was a “magical” drinkable experience. Our overall rating: 4.2/ 5.0