Somebody decided that blueberry pancakes with maple syrup would go well in a stout beer. And it was Saugatuck Brewing Co from Michigan, but are they right? Is Blueberry Maple Stout any good? Surely it’s a joke, well it is a bit of a mind bend. I really wasn’t sure whether to even try it … Read more
Building a pub shed is an exciting project and there are many things to consider. Probably the first thing to consider is how big the shed should be. So what is the best size for a pub shed? Sheds come in all shapes and sizes, so there are plenty to choose from. However it is … Read more
When in Greece you have to drink beer, well you don’t have to, but I did. A recent trip to Zakynthos saw me try a few Greek beers. So which Greek beer is best, Mythos, Fix or Alfa? Obviously there is more beer on offer than these three, but some are hard to find. Mythos, … Read more
The hops, the malt and the yeast are all important ingredients in brewing beer. However you can’t make beer without water, no water, no beer. The type of water we use can have an affect on the beer. So is it okay to use tap water for brewing beer? Or should we use bottled, filtered … Read more
It could be a wolf in sheep’s clothing. I picked it up from that well known little supermarket Aldi. So without being rude I was not expecting much, that is until I got it home. Once I read the label I realised it was brewed by Shepherd Neame, which raised my expectation. So is Kentish … Read more
The style of vessel used for drinking beer has developed immensely over the years. Go back many centuries and we have wood, ceramic, pewter and even Viking horns to enjoy beer. However glass is the material of the day. But do different beer glass shapes really make a difference to taste? Apparently yes, and the … Read more
Another member of the Hobgoblin range from Wychwood brewery. With that name you would expect it to be the king of the range. But is it, how good is King Goblin beer? It is an imperial version of the Hobgoblin Ruby Beer, so you would expect it to be bigger and better. It is certainly … Read more
Filtered beer is clear in appearance, and an unfiltered beer is murky. A filtered beer is crisp and clean tasting, whereas an unfiltered beer is grainy and bitter. A filtered beer has little aroma, whereas an unfiltered beer is strong on the nose. True or not? What it the difference between filtered and unfiltered beer? … Read more
The flagship beer from Bath Ales who have been brewing for some 27 years. In fact this amber ale was the first beer that Bath Ales brewed and is still going strong today, but is Gem a decent beer? It boasts a full malty body that is bitter sweet and well balanced. Brewed with traditional … Read more
A beer tube can be found in pubs, bars or restaurants, but can also be a great device to have at a home bar. An easy way to serve drinks to guests when having a party or get together with family and friends. Okay but what is a beer tube? When a draught beer system … Read more