mikeyp102 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Bathams is nice, but stinks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrenm Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Bathams is probably the best tasting. But smells of eggs. For bottled over the counter, I _love_ Co-op Honey Ale. Then I know they're mainstream but Bishop's Finger or Spitfire are next on the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted October 12, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted October 12, 2013 Im a cardigan wearer too! There is a great pub in Birmingham for those who dont know, The Wellington! ...sells snuff as well! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villaguy Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Batemans XXXB is probably my favourite, Old Speckled Hen has a nice taste as does Old Peculiar and Hobgoblin. Black Sheep is another that's got a great taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrenm Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Im a cardigan wearer too! There is a great pub in Birmingham for those who dont know, The Wellington! ...sells snuff as well! Yep lovely pub. I went in there for a LUG meeting before I discovered real ale. I asked for a lager. It was like the scene from American Werewolf. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bickster Posted October 12, 2013 Moderator Share Posted October 12, 2013 Ah the Welly, fond memories of pre-match pints with Blandy, Robathan and the gang. Must get to a match soon.But how come no-one has mentioned the Barton Arms and Oakham Ales yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StigVillan Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 Described as... Superior dark, rich and warming strong ale with a cherry brandy like colour and character. Booming balance of ripe malt, and peppery hops combined with roasted nut and chocolate flavours with a smoky richness. I highly recommend this. Knocks your socks off at around 8% per bottle and it has VERY strong, rich taste that kicks you in the throat almost immediately - but by God it is sublime. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StigVillan Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 Described as... Created in the mid-nineties, Riggwelter is our flagship Strong ale. We wanted a beer with real strength and depth so we developed a unique recipe built around rich espresso aromas, dark fruit and roasted malt flavours which lends itself perfectly to putting in a bottle. A real winner for me...can be a little bitter at times with those espresso tones in the background. But a very good tipple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PompeyVillan Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Yup, Cardigan wearing beer drinker here too, been to 3 CAMRA festivals this year and loved them. Absolutely love anything by Wye Valley brewery. Last night indulged in a lovely Worcester Sorcerer, Marston EPA, Wye Valley HPA, and a 'Cornish blonde'. I'm not elitist about my drinking preferences but I will encourage the unenlightened to seek variety and not accept drinking lagers just because it's there. Home Bargains have sell some decent beers for cheap and Co Op stock a great selection of local beers for anyone interested in trying something different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8pints Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 (edited) Hello StigVillan , I know you're new to the forum but if I'm already your favourite please like this post. Edited October 12, 2013 by 8pints 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StigVillan Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 Described as... Old Peculier is a beautiful, yet very simple beer, brewed using a very generous blend of finest pale, crystal and roasted barley with two bitter hops combined with the majestic and noble ‘Fuggle’ hop to produce a beer of awesome full-bodied flavour with subtle cherry and rich fruit overtones. It tastes superb when accompanied by rich stews, strong cheeses and sweet puddings. An old friend and a go-to tipple. Very malty and sweet but with a dark and rich aftertaste. An early evening beer next to a roaring fire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted October 12, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted October 12, 2013 Enjoying this one at the moment. Cant be too picky when only the state provide the beers if you're not at the pub Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islingtonclaret Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Adnams Southwold bitter is probably my favorite at the moment. Batham's is a pretty great pint and I really like their original home (that pub by merry hill). The Wellington tends to get pretty busy most evenings now as it's known as the beer mecca in town. I would also recommend the Lord Clifton and Red Lion in the jewellry quarter, though it's kind of themed more for the younger hipster-ale types. Sort of like me then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StigVillan Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 (edited) Adnams Oyster Stout Not always in the mood for it...but had a few in the last couple of weeks and I've been pleasantly surprised by how easily it slips down when the long nights are drawing in. Edited October 12, 2013 by StigVillan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bickster Posted October 12, 2013 Moderator Share Posted October 12, 2013 Oh and some beer brewed by the bass player in a band I used to TM and her fellahttp://www.stringersbeer.co.uk/Its bloody lovely too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StigVillan Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 Oh and some beer brewed by the bass player in a band I used to TM and her fellahttp://www.stringersbeer.co.uk/ Its bloody lovely too Some of those Cask Ales look worth a punt... I might just ask the wife if I can order some for Chrimbo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Designer1 Posted October 12, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted October 12, 2013 I heartily approve of this thread. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StigVillan Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 I discovered this on a week long holiday with the family...suffice to say I only had one of these a night along with a swift whiskey for a nightcap. Does what it says on the tin, but by God is it a beautiful tasting beer too. Caramel and toffee tones with an espresso-style bitter kick. But there is a silky, dark smokiness to this that just...oh God...I want one now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wainy316 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Living in Oxford I am a fan of Oxford pale Ale, keep an eye out for anything from the Abingdon brewery! Any local pubs you'd recommend? I'm relatively new to the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 I had a pint of Bathams for the first time this summer. Was in Brum on business, so popped to a pub in the Jewellery Quarter (Red Lion?) that had it on. Tonight I've had a few pints of various Okell's ales. (Isle of Man brewer) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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