T|E|H – Quirky Ales 10yr Birthday Bash

Hello there my fellow beer lovers, This weekend we joined the party at Quirky Craft Ales as they celebrated their 10th birthday in style. The afternoon had everything you’d want from a brewery bash, a line-up of tasty beers, fresh pizza to keep us fuelled, and live music that set the tone perfectly. Stuart andContinue reading “T|E|H – Quirky Ales 10yr Birthday Bash”

No Fees, Just Pints: A Thank You to the Brewers

Influencers. They’re everywhere these days; craft beer, travel, food, even people who just film themselves opening boxes. Many of them do great work, but let’s be honest… they can also be a cheeky bunch. I have seen and heard from a number of breweries we often frequent and have previously covered on the blog sayContinue reading “No Fees, Just Pints: A Thank You to the Brewers”

Bricknell Brewery – Anchor IPA (4.5% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Welcome back to the Eternal Hoptimists! Today we are revisiting one of our favourite microbreweries in Hull, Bricknell Brewery. If you would like to have a look at our interview with them last year please feel free to check that out here. But today we are having a look atContinue reading “Bricknell Brewery – Anchor IPA (4.5% ABV)”

Frisky Bear – Black Forest Gateau Imperial Stout (8.0% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Another of the Brewer’s desert in a beer can offering. No 1970s or 1980s dining out experience was complete without a generous slice of Black Forest Gateau and a little pouring cream but does it work as a beer? Name : Black Forest Gateau Imperial Stout Brewery: Frisky Bear Brewing Co AromaContinue reading “Frisky Bear – Black Forest Gateau Imperial Stout (8.0% ABV)”

Tartarus Beers – Krampus 2021 (ABV 12.2%)

Hello my fellow beer lovers Welcome back to the Eternal Hoptimist. Today, are having a look at a newer brewery that has opened right on Sam’s doorstop in Horsforth, I am of course talking about Tartarus beers, who from looking at their selection are certainly not afraid to create beers that pack a punch! WeContinue reading “Tartarus Beers – Krampus 2021 (ABV 12.2%)”

William Bros Brewing Co – Talking Head, American Pale(4.4% ABV)

Hello my fellow beer lovers Welcome back to the Eternal Hoptimist. Today, we are looking at an LIDL special, in the form of Talking Head, American Pale. Today’s review was brought to you by Sam. Name : Talking Head, American Pale Brewery: William Bros Brewing Co Aroma : Strong hints of hops with citrus and orange notes. AppearanceContinue reading “William Bros Brewing Co – Talking Head, American Pale(4.4% ABV)”

New Bristol Brewery – Cocolate Macaroon Stout (6.5% ABV)

Hello my fellow beer lovers Welcome back to the Eternal Hoptimist. Today, we revisited the New Bristol Brewery and tried their Chocolate, Macaroon Stout. Today’s review was brought to you by Sam. Name : Chocolate Macaroon Stout Brewery: New Bristol Brewery Aroma : Strong Vanilla and Cacao notes. Appearance : Dark in colour with a thin Mocha coloured head.Continue reading “New Bristol Brewery – Cocolate Macaroon Stout (6.5% ABV)”

BrewYork – The Hoptimist 2021 (9.1% ABV)

Hello my fellow beer lovers Welcome back to the Eternal Hoptimist. Today, not only are we looking at what is fast becoming one of my top breweries, but also a beer in which we share a name! I am of course referring to The Hoptimist 2021 bt BrewYork. Today’s review was brought to you byContinue reading “BrewYork – The Hoptimist 2021 (9.1% ABV)”

Staggeringly Good Brewery – Velocirapture Divine + Divide (6.5% ABV)

Hello my fellow beer lovers Welcome back to the Eternal Hoptimist. Today, we are looking at the Dino obsessed brewery Staggeringly Good and tipple, Velocirapture Divine + Divide Today’s review was brought to you by Sam. Name : Velocirapture Divine + Divide Brewery: Staggeringly Good Brewery Aroma : Strong Grapefruit and citrus notes with a hoppy kick. AppearanceContinue reading “Staggeringly Good Brewery – Velocirapture Divine + Divide (6.5% ABV)”

Loch Lomand Brewery – Brave Hop (8% ABV)

Hi there fellow beer lovers, Again I find myself heading Northward to the wilds of Scotland via the back of the beer cupboard. We may not be able to take their freedom, but I will settle for some more beers like this one. Name : Brave Hop Brewery: Loch Lomand Bewery Aroma : Marmalade withContinue reading “Loch Lomand Brewery – Brave Hop (8% ABV)”