Astryd Juicy Hazy Pale comes from Thornbridge Riverside Brewery in Bakewell, Derbyshire, England. It is a bottle conditioned session pale ale with a low 3.8% ABV. So what’s it like? Astryd Juicy Hazy Pale Ale is just what it says it is, very juicy, a little hazy and pretty good. It pours a light straw … Read more
Building a DIY pub shed can feel like a bit of a mountain to climb, but it doesn’t have to be. It’s all about the planning and preparing for the job before you jump in and build it. By writing out a to do list for your DIY pub shed will set out the perfect … Read more
Delirium is a Belgian Strong Beer from the Family Brewery Huyghe in Melle, Belgium. It is a blonde style beer coming in at 8.4% ABV, so it packs a punch, but what is it like? Delirium Belgian Strong Beer is a pretty good beer, well carbonated with a smooth mouthfeel and a dry but slight … Read more
I am of course talking about Barry Island IPA, said to be an American style IPA. It is brewed by SA Brains Brewery based close by in Cardiff, Wales. So what is Barry Island beer like? Barry Island IPA is not American style at all, more of a old British style, but you know what, … Read more
Smug DDH IPA is a Northern Monk beer and part of their Faith In Futures which donates grants to charities and causes in the local community. So by drinking this beer you help others, but is Smug DDH IPA a decent beer? Yes, Smug DDH IPA is a decent beer, in fact I love it. … Read more
Safe As Chocolate Milk is a chocolate coffee milk stout from the Crafty Devil Brewing Co in Cardiff, Wales. This beer is one of the variations of the breweries ‘Safe As Milk’ stout, but what is it like? Safe As Chocolate Milk stout is a decent milk stout with rich tones of chocolate and coffee. … Read more
Flair Bartending is an art and a skill that many bartenders make look simple. However it is possible to develop flair skills even in your own home bar or pub shed. You can start with the basics of flair bartending and with a little practise become a home flair expert. The basics of flair bartending … Read more
I love beer, from light lagers through pale ales, IPA’s and deep rich stouts, they all have their own charm. It’s all about immersion, a little understanding, and a bit of skill. So training your palate for beer tasting is not just an indulgence, it’s an activity that heightens enjoyment and appreciation for one of … Read more
Lucky Break NEIPA is yet another beer from Brewdog that is probably here today and gone tomorrow. So is it different from all the other New England IPA’s that are so common now? Lucky Break NEIPA is a typical modern beer of this style, hoppy with tropical fruit. It pours a hazy light pineapple like … Read more
Whether your garden building is an office, pub shed or just a summer room, you will probably want a decent internet connection. While there are several ways to extend WiFi to your garden building, which is best? In my opinion the best way to extend WiFi to a garden building is with a second WiFi … Read more