Straffe Hendrik Tripel is a strong Belgium beer from the Brouwerij De Halve Maan which has been brewing beer since 1856. So what is this strong Belgian Tripel beer like? The Straffe Hendrik Tripel beer is a decent beer. Strong and full bodied it pours and amber gold with a generous head. On the nose … Read more
Once a beer has been brewed, the fermentation process can take from one week to several months before it is ready for bottling. This may seem a little broad, but it depends on the type of beer you are brewing, and whether you are going for a secondary fermentation. A light ale, like pale ale … 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
Tropical 100 Malta is not a beer from Malta, it is actually a beer brewed in Santa Cruz of Tenerife, Spain. A beer I tried a few of recently while in the Canary Islands. To be honest, I wasn’t expecting much from this locally produced beer. However did it surprise me? Tropical 100 Malta beer … Read more
Sunrise citrus pale ale is from the Hafod Brewing Company in Mold, Flintshire, Wales, close to bordering England. I guess the clue is in the name, this looks to be a pale ale with plenty of citrus kick. But is it any good? Sunrise citrus pale ale is a zesty pale ale which is refreshing … Read more
Antlered IPA comes from the Welsh brewery Purple Moose located in Porthmadog in North wales. It is described as simply a stunning beer from Snowdonia. Sounds good, but is it? I wouldn’t call antlered IPA a stunning beer, for me it is a bit of a let down. It pours a clear mid gold with … Read more
Nut Brown Ale, it’s an inviting name that paints a picture of smooth malted caramel with a nutty kick and a bitter edge. It’s another beer from Felinfoel Brewery in Wales, but will this beer live up to my imagined picture or will it shatter it? Nut Brown Ale from Felinfoel brewery is a decent … Read more
The vessel from which you sip your beer can be just as crucial as the beer itself. You might be wondering why that is. It’s not just about aesthetics; it’s also about taste and tradition. In this introduction, you’re going to find out about the fascinating history of beer glasses, their purpose, and why beer … Read more
I’m going to look into the popular world of beer reviews and ratings, providing a glimpse into why they’ve become a cornerstone for beer lovers and brewers alike. This isn’t just about tasting notes and point systems; it’s also about the community and culture built around the love for craft beer. Craft beer has surged … Read more
Tongham Tea is not a tea it stands for Traditional English Ale. It is brewed by the Hogs Back Brewery in the village of Tongham, Surrey in England. In fact it is the first beer they brewed when they started in 1992 and still popular today. So What is it like? Tongham Tea is a … Read more