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)”
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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
THE T.E.H ALE TRAIN 2026 IS PREPPED AND APPROACHING THE STATION
After months of talking about “doing a proper pub crawl by rail again” checking routes, discussing pubs, and pretending this was all very organised, we can finally announce that The Eternal Hoptimists Ale Train 2026 is officially happening on the 13th! And honestly? We’re ridiculously excited about it. The plan is beautifully simple. A fullContinue reading “THE T.E.H ALE TRAIN 2026 IS PREPPED AND APPROACHING THE STATION”
Azvex Brewing Co – Dunning Kreuger Effect, IPA (6.2% ABV)
Hi there fellow beer lovers, Chris is back with something boldly named from Azvex Brewing Co. At 6.2% ABV, this one sounds like the sort of beer best enjoyed before somebody in the pub starts confidently explaining a subject they read half a Wikipedia article about whilst being half cut and slurring every.. third wordContinue reading “Azvex Brewing Co – Dunning Kreuger Effect, IPA (6.2% ABV)”
Ossett Brewery x The Old Peacock x Wilko92 Foundation – Wilko 92 Tribute Ale Session Blonde (3.9% ABV)
As a rule of thumb, I steer clear of anything associated with a certain football club from West Yorkshire, as I am a fan of an opposing Yorkshire club. This is an exception because it is a beer and it is to support a good cause. The Wilko92 Foundation is a fan-driven campaign to honourContinue reading “Ossett Brewery x The Old Peacock x Wilko92 Foundation – Wilko 92 Tribute Ale Session Blonde (3.9% ABV)”
Jolly Sailor Brewery – Captain Toffee Stout (4.6% ABV)
Hi there fellow beer lovers, Some beers are brewed to challenge the palate. Others are brewed because somebody, somewhere, looked at a dessert menu and thought, “That would probably work in a pint.” Enter Captain Toffee Stout from Jolly Sailor Brewery a beer that absolutely sounds like the result of a late-night conversation beginning with:Continue reading “Jolly Sailor Brewery – Captain Toffee Stout (4.6% ABV)”
Into the Mild 2026 – Wye Valley Brewery : The Malt Awakens, Galactic Mild (3.7% ABV)
Hi there fellow beer lovers, Now, we’re always a little wary when a beer leans heavily into a pun, because as every Jedi knows, too heavy a theming can often lead to disturbance in the pint. Still, Mild and sci-fi references are a combination we didn’t know we needed. At a sensible 3.7%, this oneContinue reading “Into the Mild 2026 – Wye Valley Brewery : The Malt Awakens, Galactic Mild (3.7% ABV)”
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