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This is a list of all the Real Ales, Ciders and Perrys we have served at our Real Ale Festival over the years.

For specific years please select from the links below:-
2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
 
 BreweryBeerTypeABVTasting Notes
Old Moor PorterAcornOld Moor PorterPorter4.4A full bodied victorian style porter with hints of liquorice. The initial bitterness gives way to a smooth, mellow finish. 4.4% ABV.  A bronze medal winner in the Champion Winter Beer of Britain 2008. 
Yorkshire PrideAcornYorkshire PrideBitter3.7This is a very pale session bitter, well hopped with Northdown and Cascade hops.  3rd place in Bitter Category at Sheffield Beer Festival 2008. 
BitterAdnamsBitterBitter3.7Fragrant aromas of finest English hops and malt. Dry but refreshing, with a distinctive lingering hoppiness. Appetising and delicious.
StrongholdArundelStrongholdBitter4.7A smooth full-flavoured premium bitter. A good balance of malt, fruit and hops comes through in this rich brew.
Sussex MildArundelSussex MildMild3.7A traditional English style dark and smooth mild.
Black DragonB & TBlack DragonMild4.3Dark, rich in flavour, with a strong roast barley finish.
Edwin Taylor's Extra Dark StoutB & TEdwin Taylor's Extra Dark StoutStout4.5A pleasant creamy black bitter beer with a strong roast malt flavour. Multi award winner.
Catherine Bartram's IPABartramsCatherine Bartram's IPABitter4.3A full bodied malty IPA style; tangy hops lead the malt throughout and dominate the dry hoppy aftertaste.
DM (Dark Mild)Bateman'sDM (Dark Mild)Mild3.0Characteristic fruit and roasted nut nose, a classic mild, jet black. Multi-award winner.
XXXBBateman'sXXXBBitter4.8A brilliant blend of malt, hops and fruit on the nose with a bitter bite over the top of a faintly banana maltiness that stays the course. A russet-tan brown classic.
Gem BitterBath AlesGem BitterBitter4.1Well-balanced and complex, this medium-bodied bitter is malty, fruity and hoppy throughout. Amber-coloured, it is drier and more bitter at the end.
SpaBath AlesSpaBitter3.7This brew uses pale lager malt which gives it a wonderful golden hue. This is complemented by using a dwarf variety hop (First Gold) which imparts a prodominently citrus aroma. It is dry without harshness, crisp and full flavoured, a hugely refreshing bitter.
Wild HareBath AlesWild HareBitter5.0A golden organic pale ale.
Bear AssBeartownBear AssBitter4.0Ruby red, malty bitter with good hop nose and fruity flavour and a dry, bitter aftertaste. A real ale that landlords tell us is popular with younger drinkers.
Kodiak GoldBeartownKodiak GoldGolden4.0A thirst quenching, straw coloured and very drinkable with citrus fruit and hops aroma and sharper bitter, clean aftertaste. Finalist at The Great British Beer Festival.
Black Sheep SpecialBlack SheepBlack Sheep SpecialBitter4.4A well rounded and warming bitter beer with a good helping of hops and fruit in the taste and aroma, leading to a moderately dry, bitter aftertaste.
West Country GoldBlackawtonWest Country GoldBitter4.1A light golden fresh tasting ale bursting with sweet malt flavours and the delicate vanilla and fruit hints of the Styrian Golding hops.
Farmer's BlondeBradfieldFarmer's BlondeSpeciality4.0GOLD Award Winner in the Speciality Beers category at the 2007 SIBA North Regional Beer Competition. Currently a top seller, this very pale brilliant blonde beer has citrus and summer fruit aromas making it an extremely refreshing ale.
Farmer's StoutBradfieldFarmer's StoutStout4.5SILVER Award Winner in the Porters, Strong Milds, Old Ales and Stouts category at the 2007 SIBA North Regional Beer Competition. A dark enriched 'black and white' stout balanced by ploughing through roasted malts and flaked oats with a subtle bitter hop charcater.
Cwrw Eryri (Snowdonia Ale)Bragdy Mws Piws/Purple MooseCwrw Eryri (Snowdonia Ale)Golden3.6A delightfully refreshing pale ale brewed with Pale and Crystal malt with a delicate combination of Pioneer, Styrian Goldings and Lubelski hops.
Cwrw Madog (Madog's Ale)Bragdy Mws Piws/Purple MooseCwrw Madog (Madog's Ale)Bitter3.7A crisp, malty, reddish coloured session bitter with a dry bitter finish.
Ochr Tywll y Mws (Dark side of the Moose)Bragdy Mws Piws/Purple MooseOchr Tywll y Mws (Dark side of the Moose)Olde Ale4.6A delicious dark ale with a deep malt flavour from roasted barley and a fruity bitterness from Bramling Cross hops.
SpecialBrakspearSpecialBitter4.3Golden red colour with a well balanced aroma and a hint of sweetness. Full bodied, with a dry hop bitterness, finishing with a slightly sweet fruitiness.
Royal GingerBrandonRoyal GingerSpeciality4.1A refreshing summer ale. The distinctive mix of malt and hoppy spice, balanced with a gentle but ginger flavour, results in a malty ginger finish.
Rusty BucketBrandonRusty BucketBitter4.4Based on a traditional best bitter brew. This beer is smooth on the palate and is noted for its soft, but surprisingly fruity flavour.
Drayman'sBranscombe ValeDrayman'sBitter4.2A mid-brown beer with hop and caramel notes and a lingering finish.
Ramblers’ RuinBreconshireRamblers’ RuinStrong5.0Dark amber, malty and well hopped with a beautifully balanced aftertaste; a champion Old Ale. High percentages of Crystal and Black Malt create the malt/biscuit undertones; bitterness and aroma are provided by Goldings and First Gold amongst others.
Red DragonBreconshireRed DragonBitter4.7An unusually red coloured beer, blending the red ale traditions of the North East and Ireland with a hint of Welsh flair. Vast quantities of Crystal malt are blended into a complex grist; and a selection of hops, including Pioneer, provide the bite to compliment the biscuity malt charactersitics of this exceptionally smooth and easy drinking beer
Welsh Pale AleBreconshireWelsh Pale AleGolden3.7Brewed in response to requests for a pale, easy to to drink quaffing ale, Welsh Pale Ale is based on an old welsh beer style, and is a pale golden, mildly hopped session ale.
Chockwork OrangeBrentwood Brewing CompanyChockwork OrangeSpeciality6.5A deep chocolate malty beer brewed with oranges to give it that extra pazazz and matured to provide a classic "old ale" style beer.
Heavenly BodyBrentwood Brewing CompanyHeavenly BodyGolden4.3A blonde fruity number, light on the pallet with plenty of aromas and flavour coming through from Cascade hops..... 'Heavenly' some might say!
Hope & GloryBrentwood Brewing CompanyHope & GloryBitter4.5Our darker and more full bodied bitter but with the lightness of hops coming out in the flavour and leving a pleasing end note.
Marvelous Maple MildBrentwood Brewing CompanyMarvelous Maple MildMild3.7A huge success for us in 2009 and popular with all who try it. This is a delicate dark broen mild with just a hint of maple syrup coming through in the finish.
Summer VirginBrentwood Brewing CompanySummer VirginGolden4.5Our first brew and a light golden beer with citrus notes and Avomatic hops giving a range of fruit flavours.
PerryBroadoak CiderPerryPerry7.5Sweet, liquid pear drops
AmarillaBrodiesAmarillaGolden4.2Fresh light beer. Amarillo hops up to eleven but Londoners don't say Amarillo they Say AmarillA!
English BestBrodiesEnglish BestBitter3.9Pale Maris Otter and Crystal malt in the mash tun. Fuggles in the copper and Fuggles in the cask . The quintessential English ale.
Superior London PorterBrodiesSuperior London PorterPorter7.1A powerful black ale and the most London of all beers. This one is made the way Porters were made 100 years ago.
WimbledonBrodiesWimbledonSpeciality3.7A speciality brew with a hint of Strawberries and Cream
MoonstoneBuffy'sMoonstoneBitter4.1One of Buffy's monthly specials, try it now or miss out forever!
Mucky DuckBuffy'sMucky DuckStout4.5Easy drinking dark smooth beer with a little more flavour than most. Brewed using Maris Otter and Pale malts, coupled with Willamette and Styrian Golding hops. With chocolate and roasted tones.
Norwich TerrierBuffy'sNorwich TerrierBitter3.6Introduced in the summer of 1998 this pale refreshing 3.6 abv bitter beer is brewed using Halcyon and Marris Otter malts. It is flavoured with First Gold hops whilst Styrian and Mounthood hops add to the aroma.
Rogers RuinBuffy'sRogers RuinStrong6.2Fruit pudding in a glass retaining it's bitterness, a deep amber malty strong bitter.
HighwaymanBuntingfordHighwaymanBitter3.6Light brown session bitter in the style of a modern easy drinking IPA. An initial bitterness leads into a light hop flavour, with a hint of malt throughout.
Western ChampionBuntingfordWestern ChampionGolden4.2A golden-brown best bitter brewed with lashings of both Caragold & Wheat malts topped off with Pilgrim, Pioneer & Chinook hops.
Damson PorterBurton BridgeDamson PorterPorter4.5A delicious fruit porter still retaining a distinctive bitter after palate.
Stairway To HeavenBurton BridgeStairway To HeavenBitter5.0Golden bitter. A perfectly balanced, moreish beer. The malty and bitter start leads to a hoppy body with some astringency.
Nessie's Monster MashCairngormNessie's Monster MashBitter4.4A predominantly malty, lightly hopped beer giving a satisfying fullness of flavour with a warm finish. A glass or two is a must before seeking an audience with the monster!
Trade WindsCairngormTrade WindsGolden4.3Light golden in colour, with high proportion of wheat giving the beer a clean fresh taste. The mash blends together with the Perle hops and elderflower providing a bouquet of fruit and citrus flavours.
Deuchar's IPACaledonianDeuchar's IPABitter3.8An extremely tasty and refreshing, amber-coloured session beer. Hops and fruit are very evident and are balanced by malt throughout.
OrganicCastlings Heath Cottage CiderOrganicCider6.5Dry, strong and mature
Grave Digger's AleChurch EndGrave Digger's AleMild3.8Dark black and red in colour, with a complex mixture of chocolate and roast flavours. The use of two different hops, gives the beer a complex feel and smooth finish.
Stout CoffinChurch EndStout CoffinStout4.6Black, chewy and creamy. A first class example of what a stout should be.
What The Fox's HatChurch EndWhat The Fox's HatGolden4.2A full golden coloured beer with a soft hop flavour and finish.
Atom SpilitterCity of CambridgeAtom SpilitterStrong4.5Atom Splitter is a beer with plenty of character, bursting with First Gold hoppiness. Atom Splitter has an ABV of 4.5%.
Hobson's ChoiceCity of CambridgeHobson's ChoiceGolden4.1A light golden bitter with a pronounced hop aroma, contributing to the refreshing bitter aftertaste.
Oakleaf IPACity of CambridgeOakleaf IPABitter3.6Rich amber coloured pale ale with classic English aroma of Goldings hops.
Dick TurpinCoach HouseDick TurpinBitter4.2Malty, hoppy pale brown beer with some initial sweetish flavours leading to a short, bitter aftertaste.
Gunpowder MildCoach HouseGunpowder MildMild3.8Biscuity dark mild with a blackcurrent sweetness. Bitterness and fuit dominate with some hints of caramel and a slighty stronger roast flavour.
Black GoldCopper DragonBlack GoldMild3.7A recipe recreated from restored brewing records from the 1800's. The use of traditional coloured and roasted malts gives a unique rich and luscious flavour.
Golden PippenCopper DragonGolden PippenGolden3.9A light refreshing blonde ale brewed using a specially selected hop to create a citrus fruit flavour. This golden coloured favorite is equally appealing to real ale and lager drinkers alike.
CiderCountrymanCiderCider6.5Sweet, full bodied and clear
AmarilloCrouch ValeAmarilloGolden5.2Golden and fruity with masses of Cascade hops. Look out for this local beer and check out the pump clip, it reflects the name!
Brewer's GoldCrouch ValeBrewer's GoldBitter4.0CHAMPION BEER OF BRITAIN 2005 Striking grapefruit nose leads to a beer of generally citrus hoppy character, underpinned by a perfumed sweetness and an orangey aftertaste.
Crouch BestCrouch ValeCrouch BestBitter4.0This mid-brown beer is wonderfully full bodied and malty. A classic 'best' and an established local favourite which aims to please and succeeds time and time again. Definitely moreish!
Golden DuckCrouch ValeGolden DuckGolden3.8A grand and tasty golden session beer.
Expresso StoutDark StarExpresso StoutStout4.2A stout brewed with fully roasted barley malt and Challenger hops but freshly ground espresso coffee beans added to provide a rich coffee aroma.
Old AleDark StarOld AleBitter4.0Brewed with dark malts to give a rich bronze colour, a malty caramel tastealong with the fresh astringency of Goldings hops
OriginalDark StarOriginalBitter5.0A dark strong bitter with a hint of rich malt flavour from the cara malt.
Summer MeltdownDark StarSummer MeltdownBitter4.8A well balanced golden bitter with the warm flavour of Chinese stem ginger
Orchard ExpressDelvin End CideryOrchard ExpressCider6.5Medium Dry cider made with a blend of apples.
Pheasant PluckersDelvin End CideryPheasant PluckersCider7.0Medium dry, fruity and cloudy
Smiling MooseDelvin End CiderySmiling MooseCider7.0A cider blended from a variety of apples grown in Ridgewell, Essex, made using traditional methods for the East of England. Best Cider at Colchester and Chappel festivals.
StormDelvin End CideryStormCider7.0 
Summer FestivalDelvin End CiderySummer FestivalCider6.5Medium dry, spiced and clear
Double VisionDouble Vision CiderDouble VisionCider7.4Medium Sweet cider made with a blend of apples.
Impaired VisionDouble Vision CiderImpaired VisionPerry7.4Medium Sweet perry made from a blend of perry pears.
Black DogElgoodsBlack DogMild3.6Award winning well known traditional mild, Crystal malt and roast barley balanced with Fuggles hops are used to create this well balanced beer with full roast flavour.
GreyhoundElgoodsGreyhoundStrong5.2A rich brown full flavoured bitter. The recipe is Pale ale malt,Torrified Wheat, invert sugar and roast barley. The hop blend is Fuggles and Challenger.
WildlingEve's CiderWildlingCider7.2Medium Dry, pleasantly sharp and fruity
Crab & WinkleFamous Railway TavernCrab & WinkleMild3.7Fruity dark mild with full bodied fruitiness balanced by a roasty bitterness and a delicate hop character.
FiresideFamous Railway TavernFiresideBitter4.8This delicious black bitter is brewed with smoked hops which give it a unique flavour.
A Drop of Nelson's BloodFarmers AlesA Drop of Nelson's BloodBitter3.8An easy drinking but flavourful bitter brewed for Trafalgar Day October 21st. After the battle, Nelson’s body was returned to England preserved in a barrel of brandy. It is said that the sailors on the Victory drank some of the brandy as part of their grog ration, which became known as Nelson’s Blood. Every glass contains a drop of brandy.
Captain AnnFarmers AlesCaptain AnnBitter4.5A traditional  premium  bitter with malt notes from Maris Otter, Crystal and Chocolate Malt and lightly hopped with good old fashioned Fuggles and Goldings.
Golden BoarFarmers AlesGolden BoarStrong5.0FGB is an amber beer with a tremendous aroma that will knock you socks off. We use an obscene amount of Cascade Hops to get the aroma. It's expensive to make but we just love it! It was originally brewed for the Pig's Ear Beer Festival last year, but it is still propular so we are still brewing it regularly.
Hotel PorterFarmers AlesHotel PorterStout4.1A classic style stout with a wonderful smokey tang produced by a good amount of roast barley. We don't usually keep a stout on during the summer, but the demand remains high so you stout lovers may be lucky to find this one about.
Pucks FollyFarmers AlesPucks FollyGolden4.2A golden beer to rival any other on the bar. Light and refreshing with a citrus (some say grapefruit!) note. We use a true English hop, the East Kent Golding, and in great abundance too. This is our best selling beer. CAMRA CHAMPION GOLDEN ALE OF ESSEX 2006
Bitter's WheatFelstarBitter's WheatSpeciality4.8A wheat beer so new nobody knows about it's taste!
Braintree BlondeFelstarBraintree BlondeBitter4.0A Golden Ale with a fresh, citrus hop nose, a tart lemon compliments the crisp taste; dry, bitter hoppy long finish.
Celebrate ChelmsfordFelstarCelebrate ChelmsfordBitter4.2A light amber bitter from our most local brewery. Brewed using Galena and First Gold hops giving a long hoppy finish.
Crix GoldFelstarCrix GoldGolden4.0A dark golden ale with a slight citrus note and prickly hop taste. A refreshing beer with a delicate but robust body and a long finish.
Rayne ForestFelstarRayne ForestBitter3.8This dark mild is very smooth, more hoppy than is usual, with a light biscuity roast flavour.
Callums AleFront StreetCallums AleBitter4.3A reddish/copper coloured ale with a moreish flavour and bitter hop finish
HSBGalesHSBBitter4.8A mid-brown beer with a fresh aroma. The full-bodied sweet and fruity taste, with noticeable maltiness, follows through to the aftertaste. For those with a sweet tooth.
Jouster AleGoffsJouster AleBitter4.0A drinkable, tawny coloured ale, with a light hoppiness in the aroma. It has a good balance of malt and bitterness in the mouth, underscored by fruitiness, with a clean, hoppy aftertaste.
TournamentGoffsTournamentBitter4.0Dark golden in colour, with a pleasant hop aroma. A clean, light and refreshing sesion bitter with a pleasant hop aftertaste.
Ten FiftyGrainstoreTen FiftyBitter5.0Full bodied ,rich mahogany coloured+E40 strong bitter with a hint of malt on the nose. Malt, hops and fruitiness coalesce in a well-balanced taste leading to a satisfying bitter-sweet finish.
Orange WheatGreen JackOrange WheatWheat/Fruit4.2Light with grainy fruit, citrus and marmalade flavours, the big favourite of our regulars and locals.
Dry ThornGwatkinsDry ThornPerry7.5Dry perry made with a single variety of perry pear (Thorn).
Oldfield PerryGwatkinsOldfield PerryPerry7.0Sweet, Cask matured
Stoke RedGwatkinsStoke RedCider7.5Sweet cider made with a single variety of apple (Stoke Red).
HaymakerGwynt y DdraigHaymakerCider6.5Medium cider made with a blend of apples.
Malvern HillsGwynt y DdraigMalvern HillsPerry5.5Medium Sweet perry made from a blend of two varieties of perry pear.
Ginger BeerHadrian & BorderGinger BeerSpeciality4.0Amber coloured beer sweetened and flavoured with real root ginger.
IronsideHampshireIronsideBitter4.2A distinctive hop aroma draws you into this amber coloured bitter. Palate has a mineral dryness which accentuates the crisp hop flavour and clean bitter finish.
King AlfredHampshireKing AlfredBitter3.8A well balanced session bitter, light amber colour with an inviting malt and hop aroma. The best pale ale malt and generous useage of Progress and Golding hops lead to a light, refreshing palate, hints of caramel complexity and clean bitter finish.
St ClementsHampshireSt ClementsWheat4.8The zest of real Oranges and Lemons is used to give a refreshingly citrous flavour to this classic wheat beer.
Kimberley MildHardy & HansonsKimberley MildMild3.1A deep ruby mild dominated by chocolate malt. The fruitiness and caramel sweetness are well balanced in the taste, with a faint hoppy finish.
Hart & SoulHart of StebbingHart & SoulBitter4.2 
HartthrobHart of StebbingHartthrobBitter3.7Traditional amber coloured bitter brewed with Pale and Crystal malts, Fuggles, Brewers Gold and a little Boadicea hops
New HartHart of StebbingNew HartBitter4.1A traditional bitter with Sovereign and Challenger hops. Fuggles added at the very end.
Bitter And TwistedHarviestounBitter And TwistedBitter3.8Refreshingly hoppy beer with fruit throughout. A bitter-sweet taste with a long bitter finish. A golden session beer.
PtarmiganHarviestounPtarmiganBitter4.5Robust flavoursome beer, it's hardy as the mountain bird that bears its name. Its strong fruity palate is nicely balanced by the blend of Saaz and Challenger hops and the brew is finished with a late hopping of Pioneer. This all combines to make it a popular and satisfying year-round favourite.
SchiehallionHarviestounSchiehallionLager4.8Our unique cask conditioned lager beer. made with the finest lager malt and Hersbrucker lager hops. This results in a true pilsner-style beer; dry, crisp, frefreshing and wonderfully flavoursome, truly the peak of brewing perfection.
Bathside Battery BitterHarwich Town Brewing CompanyBathside Battery BitterBitter4.2American style pale ale with oodles of cascade hops. Good bitterness levels followed by sweet hop taste and then the Cascade really kicks in for a real citrus aroma.
Leading LightsHarwich Town Brewing CompanyLeading LightsBitter3.8A full flavoured beer full made with pale malt and speciality grains and lightly hopped. Choice English hop varieties balance the sweetness of the malt making this a perfect session beer.
Lighthouse BitterHarwich Town Brewing CompanyLighthouse BitterBitter4.8Ruby coloured and flavoured with the choicest English hops, this is a beer to savour.
Redoubt StoutHarwich Town Brewing CompanyRedoubt StoutStout4.2Jet black with a tan head, it is the perfect accompanimnet to game and cheese where the dry finish perfectly complements the strong flavours. Bitterness is provided by Pioneer and Pilgrim hops
PerryHecks Farmhouse CiderPerryPerry6.5Medium Dry
Black CountryHolden'sBlack CountryBitter3.9A medium bodied golden ale, a light well balanced bitter with a subtle, dry, hoppy finish
Galloping MajorHolden'sGalloping MajorGolden4.6An impressive straw coloured bitter with an assertive hop character and fruitiness. Fill yer boots! CHAMPION BEER OF BRITAIN SILVER 2005, BRONZE 2006.
SpecialHolden'sSpecialStrong5.1A Dark amber premium beer with robust malty overtones and a bitter sweet full bodied taste. Brewed using the Finest English Maris Otter Malt and Goldings hops this big, beautiful malty monster is an industrial strength beer at it's best.
Old HookyHook NortonOld HookyBitter4.6A well-balanced and full-bodied pale copper beer that is fruity with pale and crystal malt and hops on the aroma and taste. Sweet and fruity finish.
Entire StoutHopbackEntire StoutStout4.5A rich, dark stout with a strong roasted malt flavour and a long, sweet and malty aftertaste. A beer suitable for vegans.
Black & TanHoustonBlack & TanStout4.3Available all year round.  Black and Tan is traditionally a mix of Stout and Pale Ale .... the Fox & Hounds customers started mixing Warlock Stout with Killellan and they loved the result ..... they think it's a winning blend .... now you can try it too.
Blonde BombshellHoustonBlonde BombshellGolden4.0This ale is smooth and easy drinking with a fresh hop aroma, well rounded maltiness and a delicate fruit aftertaste
KillellanHoustonKillellanBitter3.7Killellan is the historic name for Houston. This is one of our most popular ales which we use the finest hops to produce a golden coloured, clean mellow and refreshing ale with a long zesty finish.
Hyde's MildHydesHyde's MildMild3.5A classic mild combining good malt and delicate bitterness. A flavoursome mid coloured mild ale.
Celtic QueenIceniCeltic QueenGolden4.0A golden brew with a light hoppy nose giving way to a distinctly bitter characteristics throughout. A shallow mix of malt and hops adds some depth. A long lasting finish.
Cranberry WheatIceniCranberry WheatWheat/Fruit4.1A dry tasting light straw coloured ale made with a mix of malted barley and wheat - and cranberries.
Fine Soft DayIceniFine Soft DayBitter4.0A deep gold colored ale with a distinctive blend of maple syrup and hops giving a balanced bitter sweet aftertaste.
Norfolk LagerIceniNorfolk LagerLager5.0Colour: Straw. A traditionally brewed lager. Lagered for 13 weeks at 2 degrees centigrade.
Ported PorterIceniPorted PorterPorter4.4Packed with taste. A bottle of port is added to each cask
Rasberry WheatIceniRasberry WheatWheat/Fruit5.0An American style ale, delicately flavoured with summer fruits. Made with Hersbrucker hops, wheat and lager malt
Roisin DubhIceniRoisin DubhStout4.4Dark in color with a slightly sweet and very smooth taste.
ThrappledouserInveralmondThrappledouserGolden4.3A golden copper coloured ale, which has a thick and creamy off-white head that laces your glass all the way to the bottom, leaving you wanting more. A marriage of Pilgrim, East Kent Goldings and Cascade hops presents a delicate citrus aroma and a unique spicy floral taste.
GodfathersItchen ValleyGodfathersBitter4.8The first Itchen Valley beer, launched in 1997. The name comes from the original brewers being godfathers when the brewery was founded.
WinchesterItchen ValleyWinchesterBitter4.2Traditional English Bitter, nut brown in appearance, sweet malty flavour, with a good hoppy nose.
KammbrunnenJames Goode BrownKammbrunnenLager4.3Traditional north German lager. Very pale and hoppy, made with Pilsner and Cara malt, Hallerteau and Magnum hops. Late hopped with Hallerteau hops.
Smanda PlusJames Goode BrownSmanda PlusBitter4.2A traditional English bitter that your grandfather has told you about! Exclusive to Braintree Real Ale Festival!
Whatneez SpecialJames Goode BrownWhatneez SpecialBitter4.2Brewed from a recipe of an original classic from the famous Mortlake brewery.
Jobiln's Swinging GibbetJarrowJobiln's Swinging GibbetBitter4.1A copper coloured, evenly balanced beer with a good hop aroma and a fruity finish. Award winning brewery is based at a pub in the town.
Sneck LifterJenningsSneck LifterBitter5.1A strong, dark brown ale with a complex balance of fruit, malt and full roast flavours right through to the finish.
Black AdderMauldonsBlack AdderStout5.3A dark stout. Roast malt is strong in the aroma and taste, but malt, hop and bitterness provide an excellent balance and a lingering finish.
Micawber'sMauldonsMicawber'sMild3.5A smooth dark East Anglian mild, easy drinking despite it's body.
Suffolk PrideMauldonsSuffolk PrideBitter4.8A full bodied strong bitter, light in colour with a powerful bouquet of hops and developed fruit with a deep dry finish.
White AdderMauldonsWhite AdderBitter5.3A pale brown, almost golden, strong ale. A warming fruity flavour dominates and lingers into a dry, hoppy finish.
Fred PerryMerrylegsFred PerryPerry6.0Medium dry, tanic finish
Burntwood BitterMighty OakBurntwood BitterBitter4.0Tawny bitter with a grainy, roasty palate, dominated by a marked coffee character. A clean fulsome bitterness is well balanced by complex malt flavours.
English OakMighty OakEnglish OakBitter4.8Copper coloured strong bitter with a full body dominated by malt and a reasonable level of bitterness. The hoppy aroma also has a trace of vanilla.
Father Knows BestMighty OakFather Knows BestBitter4.1 
Honey RiderMighty OakHoney RiderBitter3.8A blond honey beer brewed with Maris Otter pale malt, Fuggles and Goldings hops.The aroma of Honey and blossom follow through in the flavour of this light refeshing slightly sweet beer.
IPAMighty OakIPABitter3.5Delicate honey and vanilla tones complement a moderate bitterness in this well balanced amber sesiion beer
Maldon GoldMighty OakMaldon GoldBitter3.8Brewed with only Maris Otter pale malt for a light golden ale with biscuity malt flavours. Distinctive citrus character and a long, dry bitter finish.
Oscar Wilde MildMighty OakOscar Wilde MildMild3.7Flavoursome dark red mild, hints of blackberry and coconut on the nose, and malty taste. Current CAMRA Champion Ale
Saxon StrongMighty OakSaxon StrongBitter6.5A deep tawny ale brewed with Bramling Cross Progress and Goldings hops giving full bodied fruity flavours along side a complex malt character, reminiscent of barley wine.
Severn BoreMighty OakSevern BoreGolden3.8A thirst quenching golden ale with fragrant American hops, giving a citrus and Blackcurrant character balanced by a sweet maltyness finishing with a bittersweet hoppy aftertaste.
Simply The BestMighty OakSimply The BestBitter4.4A tawny, full-bodied complex and fruity best bitter with a light balance of malt and hops, and a bitter-sweet finish.
Lion HeartMilestoneLion HeartBitter4.4A mahogany red malty ale with European hops
Lion's PrideMilestoneLion's PrideBitter3.8A Copper coloured Session Ale. Well balanced Light & refreshing.
Good Ship ArabellaMill GreenGood Ship ArabellaBitter5.4A pale hoppy American style beer brewed using American hop varieties and named after the ‘Good Ship Arbella’ which was the flag ship of a 18 vessel fleet that set sail from Great Yarmouth carrying puritan John Winthrop to Salem Massachusetts in the 1630's.
Green GooseMill GreenGreen GooseBitter4.0A well balance, dark ruby 'Best Bitter' with a mass of complex flavours and a malty finish. The Green Goose was historically eaten at Harvest Festival having grazed on grass all summer.
Mawkin MildMill GreenMawkin MildMild2.9A Traditional dark Suffolk Mild packed full of flavour, the name derived from the old Suffolk term for scarecrow to remember the Suffolk farm labourers whose staple diet consisted of  Mild for hundreds of years.
Mixed ScrumpyMillwhites CiderMixed ScrumpyCider6.5The variety of ancient apples that go into producing our Mixed Scrumpy gives it a deep, golden appearance. It has a fresh, vibrant apple aroma, and a dry oaky taste with a subtle rum finish. Slightly sparkling on initial pour.
Rum CaskMillwhites CiderRum CaskCider7.5Medium sweet, sharp and cloudy
Best BitterMolesBest BitterBitter4.0A well balanced amber coloured bitter, clean dry and malty, with some bitterness and delicate floral hop flavour.
Millys MildMoorMillys MildMild3.9Named after our rescue dog, Milly, this is our dark Somerset ale, with a smooth mouthfeel and slightly roasty finish. Pale, Crystal and Wheat malts comprise the bulk of the grist, with a hint of Roasted Barley adding the finishing touch. Traditional Fuggles and Goldings hops provide depth without being overt, while the English yeast gives a full mouth feel.
Boxing DogMr. Whitehead's Cider CompanyBoxing DogCider7.5A strong cider made from apples with a high sugar content, including Worcester and Cox, coming in at an impressive 7.5% ABV.
Heart of HampshireMr. Whitehead's Cider CompanyHeart of HampshireCider6.0A traditional medium-dry cider with a light aftertaste and a golden colour. A respectable 6.0% ABV that deserves to be chilled for an optimum taste.
Midnight SpecialMr. Whitehead's Cider CompanyMidnight SpecialPerry5.0Classic light straw coloured Perry made from a blend of 4 pears including Thorn and Blakeneys red varieties. Medium dry with a refreshing, crisp taste and bronze medal winner of the Camra 2006 national Perry event.
AzzanewtNethergateAzzanewtBitter4.4Premium summer ale, fawn coloured, packed with an orange aroma.
AzzaskunkNethergateAzzaskunkBitter4.3This tawny coloured ale has a delicate bitterness brewed with the single hop Goldings to give a superb traditional aroma.
Braintree PrideNethergateBraintree PrideBitter4.7A superb golden summer beer, well rounded and balanced. The hints of citrus orange blend and develop well with the higher alcohol flavours, resulting in beautiful finish.
Essex BeastNethergateEssex BeastBitter6.2A strong, dark, robust beer brewed with chocolate malt, to produce a rich toffee flavour.
Essex BorderNethergateEssex BorderGolden4.8A new golden beer from Nethergate, drinking more like a best bitter than its strength suggests. The fruity and spicy overtones are noticeable from the start on the nose and palate, whilst at the end the the sweet, soft orange notes return, resulting in a complete, well-rounded finish.
IPANethergateIPABitter3.5An apple crisp session beer, hoppy throughout, with a lingering bitter end. Our most popular beer.
Mary's Ruby MildNethergateMary's Ruby MildMild4.5A deep ruby mild, the aroma is full to the brim with chocolate, smoke and malty notes with just a hint of hop. The palate is clear and clean, sweetness permeates through the overtones resulting in a warm Goldings finish.
Old GrowlerNethergateOld GrowlerBitter5.0A complex and satisfying porter, smooth and distinctive. Sweetness, roast malt and fruit feature in the palate, with bitter chocolate lingering. The finish is powerfully hoppy.
Priory MildNethergatePriory MildMild3.5An old-fashioned dark mild with a surprisingly fresh bitterness that holds right to the end of  the palate.
Stour Valley StrongNethergateStour Valley StrongPorter6.2 Using a blend of chocolate, black and amber malts this is a fine dark porter. It has a strong and crisp bitterness. Being a very strong beer it is not what most people would describe as a session beer!.
Three Point NineNethergateThree Point NineBitter3.9Delicious amber coloured ale with a distinctive and freshing citrus finish.
Umbel AleNethergateUmbel AleSpeciality3.8Freshly toasted coriander seeds are added to the grist and at the later stages of the boil, resulting in a festival of flavour and aroma. This delightful beer is a real thirst quencher, and is particularly good as an accompaniment to curry. Winner of numerous beer festivals, including gold at the CAMRA 2007 Great British Beer Festival.
Umbel MagnaNethergateUmbel MagnaPorter5.0The addition of coriander to Nethergate's Old Growler wort completes the original 1750's recipe for this distintive dark beer. The spiciness adds to the appeal.
JHB (Jeffrey Hudson Bitter)OakhamJHB (Jeffrey Hudson Bitter)Bitter3.8Straw-coloured, light bodied bitter with strong hoppy aroma, strong bitter dry finish. Be warned - you may never drink lager again! Multi award winner.
Gunner's DaughterOld CannonGunner's DaughterStrong5.5A well-balanced strong ale with a complexity of hop, fruit, sweetness and bitterness in the
O1OtleyO1Bitter4.0Our flagship brew. A pale straw colour ale with heavy hop aromas, a thirst quenching bitterness and a big nose aroma.
O3 BossOtleyO3 BossBitter4.4Traditional chestnut ale with Northdown and Challenger hops, quaffable enjoyment.
O5 GoldOtleyO5 GoldBitter5.0Created by another of our brewers, Matthew, as an attempt to create a mid strength red chestnut beer with heavy aroma hop rates. destined to re-appear next May as "O-mai"
Gareth's PerryPickled PigGareth's PerryPerry5.0Medium Sweet, mellow and full-bodied
Jewels PerryPickled PigJewels PerryPerry6.8Medium sweet, tangy and refreshing
Porker's SnoutPickled PigPorker's SnoutCider6.5A medium cider naturally made without any chemical additives using five varieties of apple all grown within sight of Ely Cathedral. A slow and cool fermentation retains the natural flavours and aromas of the fruit giving a rich appley cider. Soft tannins and just a little natural acidity make Porker´s Snout a cider for both beginners and seasoned cider drinkers to enjoy.
Shorditch StoutPitfieldShorditch StoutStout4.0Chocolate and raison fruitiness on the nose lead to a fruity roast flavour and a sweetish finish with a little bitterness.
Village BikePottonVillage BikeBitter4.3Classic award winning English premium bitter, amber in colour, heavily late-hopped. Fruity aroma and taste with a pleaseant aroma.
East Street CreamRCHEast Street CreamBitter5.0First brewed to celebrate the 500th guest beer at the Dartmouth Inn, Newton Abbot, and was named by a customer in a competition. It went down so well that it has become a regular beer. This enigmatic full bodied beer with malty hoppy fruit bitter with a sweet taste which all vie for dominance in this complex and well crafted premium chestnut coloured ale
Hewish IPARCHHewish IPABitter3.6Light hoppy bitter with some malt and fruit, floral citrus hop aroma, pale brown / amber colour.
Old Slug PorterRCHOld Slug PorterPorter4.5A delicious traditional porter with a full bodied taste of chocolate, coffee, blackcurrant and black cherry with a good aroma. A near black colour with a good white head when served through a tight sparkler.
PG SteamRCHPG SteamBitter3.9The name comes from Paul Davey M.D. and Graham Dunbavan Brewer and the Steam as we now had a steam boiler to heat the copper. This complex multi layered ale has a floral hop aroma with medium bodied hop, bitter taste with some fruit and sweetness.
PitchforkRCHPitchforkBitter4.3Floral citrus hop with pale malt. Yellow / gold in colour, hops predominate in a full-bodied taste, which is slightly finish. Long finish - a class act.
MutinyRebellionMutinyBitter4.5Tawny in colour, this full-bodied best bitter is predominantly fruity and moderately bitter with crystal malt continuing to a dry finish.
SmugglerRebellionSmugglerBitter4.1A red-brown beer, well-bodied and bitter with an uncompromisingly dry, bitter finish.
Black Fox PorterRed FoxBlack Fox PorterPorter4.8A rich flavoured, black beer with smooth chocolate notes.
Braintree GoldRed FoxBraintree GoldGolden4.1An insanely aromatic golden beer, with the aroma of pink grapefruit and peaches. Uses a brand new hop called Summit.
Coggeshall GoldRed FoxCoggeshall GoldGolden4.0A very light golden beer with a small percentage of wheat. With an intense aroma and flavour of Lemons, Grapefruit and Lychee..
Foxy MusicRed FoxFoxy MusicGolden4.6Full of English hop aroma and light amber in colour.
Hunter's GoldRed FoxHunter's GoldGolden3.9A golden beer made from English Extra Pale malt with an orange, citrus aroma from Super Styrian Goldings.
Wily Ol' FoxRed FoxWily Ol' FoxStrong5.2A very aromatic, amber beer made from English Boadicea hops and East Anglian Pale Maris Otter malt.
Dark Ruby MildRed SquirrelDark Ruby MildMild3.7A distinctive dark red mild containing 1/5 dark crystal malt lightly flavoured with Goldings hops to give a distinctive full bodied lightly bittered mild.
English IPARed SquirrelEnglish IPABitter5.0Proper English IPA, very hoppy, made with English malt and Goldings hops.
Springfield American IPARed SquirrelSpringfield American IPABitter5.4A floral/pine/lemony zing genuine American IPA. Made to American recipe. Contains five specialist malts and two full bodied American hops.
AmberRhymneyAmberGolden4.7 
BitterRhymneyBitterBitter4.5A complicated beer using 4 types of Warminster Malt, complemented with the rich flavour of Goldings hops and the slightly citrus First Gold variety.
DarkRhymneyDarkMild4.0A carefullly crafted beer, hopped with a true stout uppermost in our brewers mind. Mellow yet with a "Bite" that will only be fully appreciated on your second bottle!
ExportRhymneyExportStrong5.0A heady flavour from a combination of mixed malts, carefully and skillfully mixed by hand, which we believe provides an ale of exceptional character. Full bodied yet rounded, series but eminently quaffable.
Hobby HorseRhymneyHobby HorseBitter3.8Originally brewed in 1879, Hobby Horse very quickly became a throughbred. We hope this hand crafted ale will awaken and re-kindle your senses. Take time out for sumptuous injection and nostalgia.
TraditionalRichs FarmhouseTraditionalCider6.0Sweet cider made with a blend of apples.
ProspectRidleysProspectBitter4.1Bitter, hoppy, gold / amber beer with a deep citrus character throughout.
Tolly OriginalRidleysTolly OriginalBitter3.8A smooth, malty tasting bitter with a hint of sweetness. Tolly Cobbold of Ipswich was bought by Ridley's, who have kept this beer alive.
Farmhouse PerryRoss-On-WyeFarmhouse PerryPerry6.0Made from a blend of perry pears.
Braintree SilkSaffronBraintree SilkBitter4.0Harvest gold coloured ale brewed with Maris Otter barley, crystal and amber malts.  The use of Challenger hops for bittering along with the more unusual Pioneer hop for  aroma results in a pleasant lemon, citrus nose with distinctive hoppy characteristics and a clean finish.
Brewhouse BellSaffronBrewhouse BellGolden4.0Golden Amber ale. Delicate citrus flavour with rounded hoppy characteristics and clean finish.
EndeavourSaffronEndeavourBitter4.6Dark ruby red ale brewed with Maris Otter barley, dark crystal and amber malts plus Torrified wheat. Pioneer hops help to create a rich   velvety smooth beer with hints of roasted nuts and fruity floral aromas.
Littlebury LighthouseSaffronLittlebury LighthouseBitter4.4Smooth Amber Ale brewed with Maris Otter barley, dark crystal and amber malts plus Torrified wheat. Boadicea hops help to create a soft mellow full flavour beer with hints of citrus and light floral aromas.
MuntjacSaffronMuntjacBitter3.7Traditional medium copper coloured session bitter. Brewed with Crystal, Amber and Maris Otter malts along with Challenger and Fuggles hops to give floral notes in the aroma. Pleasantly bitter in taste with plenty of hop character and slight sweetness.
Pledgdon AleSaffronPledgdon AleBitter4.3Golden Amber ale crafted from marris otter and crystal malts and traditional English hops to produce a soft mellow, full flavour hoppy beer with hints of biscuit and pleasant citrus aftertaste.
Rambler's TippleSaffronRambler's TippleBitter3.9Rich copper coloured session bitter. Brewed with Crystal, Amber and Maris Otter malts along with Sovereign and Goldings hops to produce a medium bitter with plenty of toffee and caramel flavours.
Saffron BlondeSaffronSaffron BlondeBitter4.3Light golden ale brewed with Maris Otter barley and wheat, plus Fuggles and Goldings hops. The delicate balance of citrus and smooth malty flavours with a crisp finish makes this a refreshing ale for all occasions
Silent NightSaffronSilent NightPorter5.2Very dark ruby Porter brewed with generous amounts of Chocolate and dark Crystal malts to give rich aromas of chocolate, molasses and coffee. The addition of Ruby Port and pure red grape juice along with Fuggles and Bramling Cross hops create a soft fruity and spice finish.
Paragon SteamSaint George'sParagon SteamBitter4.0Styled on Californian steam beer, this amber thirst-quencher features a marked maize and hop character.
Abbey GatesSalopianAbbey GatesBitter4.3A copper coloured best bitter with a distinctive floral aroma. Crystal and black Malt give rich body, and a triple hopping of Goldings and Styrian Goldings provides a fine flavour and finish.
Golden ThreadSalopianGolden ThreadStrong5.0A triple hopping of English First Gold gives powerful citrussy flavours and vinous aromas, however the malt grist of barley, wheat and lager gives plenty of body and sweetness which balances the assertive bitterness.
Lemon DreamSalopianLemon DreamWheat4.5A Wheat beer very much in the modern English style – served bright and top fermented. The recipe uses a small amount of fresh lemon to compliment the citrussy flavours produced by the wheat malt. Each of the Hops used, Goldings, Saaz and Cascade add fresh lemony flavours to the brew.
Braintree Market AleShalfordBraintree Market AleBitter4.0Traditional easy drinkng session beer, evidence of hoppiness leads to a lingering dry bitter finish.
Levelly BlackShalfordLevelly BlackStout4.8Winter stout, dark malty and smooth.
Levelly GoldShalfordLevelly GoldGolden4.0Golden summery ale. A refreshing bitter with a pleasant finish made with First Gold and Golding Hops. A pleasant alternative to Lager.
Longfield LagerShalfordLongfield LagerLager5.5This traditionally brewed lager has been slowly fermented, followed by a long cold conditioning process of three months. This produces a more stable refreshing beer full of natural aroma and smoother flavour.
Rotten EndShalfordRotten EndStrong6.5Traditional coloured and strong, accompanied by a slightly sweet and nutty undertone with a bitter edge to finish.
Shalford 1319 MildShalfordShalford 1319 MildMild3.7Roast malt and delicate chocolate sweetness with a slight bitter finish.
StoneleyShalfordStoneleyBitter4.2A medium brown bitter, well balanced flavour of malt and hops.Made with the best Maris otter malted Barley.
Doom Bar BitterSharp'sDoom Bar BitterBitter4.0The aroma of Doom Bar is an accomplished balance of spicy resinous hop, inviting sweet malt and delicate roasted notes. The mouth feel is a perfectly balance and complex blend of succulent dried fruit, lightly roasted malty notes and a subtle yet assertive bitterness. The bitterness remains into the finish with dry fruity notes which implore the drinker to go back for more.
CiderSheppys CiderCiderCider6.0Sweet, smooth and clear
Betty Stogs BitterSkinnersBetty Stogs BitterBitter4.0Pleasant session beer with well balanced hop and fruit in the taste, and a lasting bitter finish.
42Spectrum42Speciality4.2Blackcurrant fruitiness vies for dominance with a strong malty base, undercurrents of hops, caramel and bitterness give a woody feel to this pale brown brew.
Black BuffleSpectrumBlack BufflePorter4.5Dark chocolate and liquorice hold sway in this deep red porter the nose and taste are balanced by a noticeable hop presence, although the finish attains a roasted coffee dryness.
Old Style PorterSt. Peter'sOld Style PorterPorter5.1This fine beer is a blend of a mature old ale and a younger light beer – just as a true Porter should be. The marriage produces an extremely characterful brew which is dark in colour and complex in taste. CAMRA Champion Beer of Suffolk 2005 / Bronze medal CAMRA Winter Beers Festival 2007.
Old Forge BitterSticklegsOld Forge BitterBitter3.8A traditional bitter, brewed with Fuggles and Goldings hops.
PigswillStonehengePigswillBitter4.0A full-bodied beer with a warm amber colour, not over bitter but rich in hop aroma, which gives the beer a delightful aftertaste.
Celt GoldenThe Celt ExperienceCelt GoldenGolden4.2A golden coloured organic ale, with a rich full-bodied texture accompanied by a unique blend of traditional and fruity hops. Drinkers of this delicious ale will experience a mouth-watering taste of citrus fruits with a slightly spicy aroma.
OriginalThwaitesOriginalBitter3.6A clean, polished and refreshing session beer with a glowing amber appearance. Brewed using premium grade Maris Otter malt and traditional English hops, Thwaites Original has a great malt flavour with a superb dry aftertaste.
Best BitterTimothy TaylorBest BitterBitter4.0Hops and citrus fruit combine well with a nutty malt character in this drinkable bitter. Bitterness increases down the glass and lingers in the aftertaste.
AlltimeTindallAlltimeBitter4.0A well balanced, traditional English bitter. The blend of hop and malt is reflected in both the boquet and taste.
Best BitterTindallBest BitterBitter3.7Initial taste of malt and bitter-sweet hoppiness with just a hint of dark chocolate. Copper-coloured and easy drinking
OriginalTotham KneecrackerOriginalCider7.4Midium Bittersweet. Blend of Brown's Apple - Stoke Red Debinett & Mitchelin
Stoke Red (SV)Totham KneecrackerStoke Red (SV)Cider6.0Medium, easy drinking
BlondeTringBlondeBitter3.8A straw coloured beer with a distinctive fresh floral hop character on the nose and palate.
Jack O'LegsTringJack O'LegsBitter4.2A combination of four types of malt and two types of aroma hops provide a copper-coloured premium ale with full fruit and a distinctive hoppy bitterness.
Side Pocket For A ToadTringSide Pocket For A ToadBitter3.6Citrus notes from American Cascade hops balanced with a floral aroma and crisp, dry finish in a straw-coloured ale.
Alton's PrideTriple FFFAlton's PrideBitter3.8Excellent clean-tasting golden brown session bitter, full-bodied, delicious aroma of malt and hops. Multi award winner.
Pressed Rat And WarthogTriple FFFPressed Rat And WarthogBitter3.8Is it a mild or a bitter? Ruby colour, roast malt aroma with hints of blackcurrant lead to a well balanced flavour but unlike classic milds it has a hoppy bitterness.
Lomond GoldTSALomond GoldGolden5.0A sensational new style of blonde beer. Clean, sharp and fresh flavoured to the taste. Hopped with a fruity organic hop giving a hint of citrus on the palette and a very satisfying aftertaste.
Notley AleValeNotley AleBitter3.3A refreshing, copper-coloured session bitter with some malt in the aroma and taste, and an uncompromisingly dry finish.
Wychert AleValeWychert AleBitter3.9A full bodied full flavoured beer with nutty overtones. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Eagle IPAWells & YoungsEagle IPAGolden3.6The aroma is of freshly sliced ripe apples. Its amber hue is emphasised by a tight rich head which set it up as an ale with real credentials.
Waggle DanceWells & YoungsWaggle DanceBitter4.0Amber beer with a touch of honey on the nose and palate. The sweetness is balanced by a healthy dose of hops to provide the bitterness that gives a wonderfully delicate flavour.
Black Eagle Special Pale AleWesterhamBlack Eagle Special Pale AleBitter3.8A golden ale using finest malts to give a dry biscuity flavour with hops adding a citrus fruity slightly spicy note.
First QualityWestonFirst QualityCider5.0A medium sweet, medium strength draught cider with a fresh apple finish.
Herefordshire Country PerryWestonHerefordshire Country PerryPerry4.5Double gold award winning perry (made from pears). A still medium perry matured in old oak vats and is free from artificial colouring, flavouring and sweetening and retains its natural pale colour.
Old RosieWestonOld RosieCider7.3A triple gold winning cider named after a 1921 steam roller. This cider is alowed to settle out naturally afterfermentation which gives it the traditional cloudy appearance of true old-fashioned scrumpy.
Traditional ScrumpyWestonTraditional ScrumpyCider6.0A hearty and wholesome still cloudy cider fermented in old oak vats. Sufficiently strong to satisfy but too sweet to smother the mature flavour of traditional bitter-sweet apples.
MediumWhin Hill CiderMediumCider7.1Medium, mellow and full-bodied
Crafty ShagWhite StarCrafty ShagLager4.1Finest Saaz hops and lager yeast, brewed using traditional methods ensure this is a thirst quencher, not to be missed in the summer months.
UXBWhite StarUXBBitter3.8UXB is a popular,crisp,dry session bitter. Brewed using cascade hops. The name evokes the Southampton blitz (it was the acronym for an unexploded bomb).
ApprenticeWibblersApprenticeGolden3.9This was meant to be a totally different beer but Jeremy aka Dad aka The Apprentice added Polish Marynka hops instead of Challenger ones. We must let him do this again though as it's a fine beer! Golden in colour, hoppy nose and definitely a session beer.
Crafty StoatWibblersCrafty StoatStout5.3A truly  special brew. Made to a recipe developed by the Durden Park Beer Circle to recreate the Stout brewed by Ushers Brewery back in 1885. Initially made with the assistance of members of the Craft Brewing Association and the UK-Homebrew Digest at the 2008 'Flocculation' With six different types of malt and a huge amount of English Fuggles hops this is a dark and complex beer.
Hunters StormWibblersHunters StormBitter4.3 
MayflowerWibblersMayflowerGolden4.3A refreshing golden ale with an aroma akin to freshly cut hedgerows. Brewed using Boadica hops with the addition of local wild flowers (Mayflower and elderflower.)
New DawnWibblersNew DawnBitter3.8A good traditional bitter that will appeal to those who like a nice lightly hopped real ale with a bit of malt and a nice finish. A cracking beer that'll suit almost all bitter drinkers out there.
Farmhouse CiderWilkinsFarmhouse CiderCider6.0A hazy green / orange coloured cider. The aroma is apply and reminiscent of a lambic with barnyard notes. The taste has apple skins and a certain saltiness.
Straw DogWolfStraw DogGolden4.5Pale and refreshing, this clear wheat beer is brewed in the German style. Soft German hops added to the brew give a wonderful aroma and slightly sweet taste to leave the imbiber wanting more!
Sundew AleWoodforde'sSundew AleGolden4.1Subtle golden beer - pale in colour and light on the palate with the distinctive hoppy Woodforde’s finish. Deliciously golden and refreshing
WherryWoodforde'sWherryBitter3.8Fresh and zesty with crisp floral flavours. A background of sweet malt and a hoppy ‘grapefruit’ bitter finish characterises this champion bitter
Centurion's GhostYorkCenturion's GhostStout5.4A warming, dark bitter ale, with a roasted malt taste. Very easy to drink for its strength.
 

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