Courage's Directors

"Originally brewed exclusively for the directors of the brewery, this amber ale is full of character, with a distinctive spicy hop aroma, the prefect balance of crystal malt with crisp, fruity, nutty hops and a lasting finish."

4.8% ABV. Read more on Wells & Young's Brewing Cie Ltd. website.

Thwaites' Double Century

"This refreshing amber coloured premium ale is well balanced with a malty character. Double hopped using English golding and fuggles with the late addition of Bramling Cross to give a bitter orange finish.
"A truly commemorative ale specially created to celebrate 200 years of brewing at Daniel Thwaites.
"Why not try Lancaster Bomber or Flying Shuttle from Daniel Thwaites?"

Not very bitter for a British ale. Not exceptional.

5.2% ABV. Read more on Daniel Thwaites website.

Blue Moon

"Blue Moon Brewing Company was born in 1995 in Denver, Colorado, U.S.A., when we added unique and subtle twists to old-world, handcrafted brewing traditions. Since then, mot much has changed. Still just a bunch of friends having fun making great beer. What's not to love about that?
"Blue Moon is brewed with oats for creaminess and spiced with the perfect combination of orange peel and coriander. Bring out the subtle flavours by serving it with an orange-slice garnish."

Good, easy to drink wheat beer.

5.4% ABV. Read more on Blue Moon website.

Mendocino's Red Tail

Nothing particularly remarkable for this ale.

6.1% ABV. Read more on Mendocino's website.

Mendocino's White Hawk

Pretty good IPA.

7.0% ABV. Read more on Mendocino's website.

Black Diamond's Jagged Edge IPA

"Ascend to the Jagged Edge, audaciously hopped and framed with a big malt backbone. Not for the faint of heart."

7.3% ABV. Learn more on Black Diamond's website.

Van Purs's Karpackie

Just a standard Polish lager. Nothing amazing.

5.0% ABV. Read more on Van Pur website.