Here are the British beers and ciders we served at NERAX 2013, held March 20 - 23 at the Somerville American Legion Hall Post 388. We had an exciting mix of NERAX favorites and small British breweries you won't find anywhere else this side of the pond!
See below for details.
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More British beers will be served at the Kick Off and Thank You events.
Not all casks are available at every session. To enhance your enjoyment, a beer will only be served when it has the correct clarity and carbonation level. Beers will drop bright at different rates due to a wide range of factors. Venting times to adjust the carbonation levels also vary. Thus some cask ales will be ready to serve before others and thus some casks as listed as being in the hall will not served in some sessions. Though if a beer is listed as being ON, it has a good chance of being served at the next session.
As the festival goes on, we do our best to indicate which beers will be available each session. Please note that the final decisions regarding which beers are in proper condition to be served are taken by the cellar team just before the start of the session.
The following beer descriptions are based on the Good Beer Guide or on information supplied by the breweries.
Most, if not all, of these beers were fined at the brewery using traditional finings, or isinglass.
| Brewery | Location | Beer | ABV | Status | Description | |
| Binghams Brewery | Berkshire, England | Founded in 2010, Binghams Brewery is a microbrewery brewing on a 10 barrel plant producing quality cask ales across the spectrum, from light to dark, weak (3.7%) to something with a bit more oomph (5.0%). Our beers have scooped awards at beer festivals across the country. | ||||
| Ginger Doodle Stout | 5.0% | FRI-ON | Doodle Stout infused with root ginger which provides a subtle ginger flavour and tempers the bitterness a little to create a complex stout that develops in the mouth. | |||
| Coffee Stout | 5.0% | WED-ON | Coffee complements the dark malts and strangely mellows the flavours to provide a smooth drinking stout which smells as good as it tastes. | |||
| Brecon Brewing | Brecon, Wales | Established in 2011 by Buster Grant, one of Wales’ best known brewers, Brecon Brewing have created a range of beers full of flavour and character inspired by the dramatic locality, working with the local community and reigniting interest in Brecon. | ||||
| Six Beacons | 4.1% | WED-ON SAT-EVE-KICKED |
A Copper coloured Session Ale, brewed for the Six Nations Championships. | |||
| Welsh Beacons | 3.7% | FRI-ON FRI-KICKED |
A Brand new beer from Brecon - a traditional Welsh Pale Ale, pale gold with a blend of 4 British hops for a floral fruity full flavour. | |||
| Bristol Beer Factory | Bristol, England | BBF Beers like Bristol itself seamlessly blends the modern and historical. Tried and trusted styles of beer with modern interpretations, brewed in a hundred year old brewery building that harks back to an industrial age gone by, drunk in the modern surroundings of Bristol’s bars and pubs. | ||||
| Independence | 4.6% | THU-ON FRI-KICKED |
Heavily hopped American Pale Ale. | |||
| Southville Hop | 6.5% | SAT-ON | Heavily hopped IPA. | |||
| Celt Experience | Caerphilly, Wales | Brewery started brewing in late 2007. A sister brewery to Newmans, they share the 40-barrel plant. 200 outlets are supplied direct. | ||||
| Dark Age | 4.0% | THU-ON | A delicious full bodied Welsh dark beer with a special blend of coffee and chocolate flavours, which are balanced with a smooth aroma with subtle notes of caramel and dark fruit, leading to a bitter finish. | |||
| Conwy Brewery | Conwy, Wales | Conwy Brewery began brewing in 2003 and has quickly grown to be one of the most well known and respected brewers in North Wales. Our beers have a strong Welsh identity with many beers having Welsh language badges and/or a strong local/Welsh theme | ||||
| Clogwyn Gold | 3.6% | WED-ON THU-KICKED |
A light, quaffable golden ale with plenty of hop aroma and a long bitter finish. A very tasty beer for its strength. | |||
| Cwrw Dewi Sant / St David's Ale | 4.2% | WED-ON THU-KICKED |
Dark bitter, malty in flavour with great tasting rich, berry fruits that complement each other perfectly for any St Davids day celebration. | |||
| Cumbrian Legendary Ales | Cumbria, England | Beers produced with care and pride using the wonderful Lake District Fell water and the best of English malts, together with quality hops from around the world. | ||||
| Langdale | 4.0% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
A refreshing beer with the flavour of English fruit and marmalade and a long bitter finish. | |||
| Loweswater Gold | 4.3% | THU-ON FRI-KICKED |
A golden ale producing a tropical fruit aroma and flavour. Mild bitterness combines beautifully with juicy malt. | |||
| Downlands Brewery | West Sussex, England | Geoff and widdi believe that the popularity of their beers is driven by the emotional content that fills every pint. Each beer is full of flavour but it’s that indefinable extra that makes them even more special. Launched in 2012. | ||||
| Ruskin's Ram | 4.0% | SAT-ON | A traditional English best bitter. A sharp clean malty taste overlaid with aromas of elderflower and vanilla. | |||
| Three Rings | 5.2% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
A strong pale ale, softly bitter which underlies a mouthful of fruity berry flavours with a satisfying hoppy fruity finish. | |||
| Elland Brewery | West Yorkshire, England | The brewery was originally formed as Eastwood & Sanders in 2002 by the amalgamation of the Barge & Barrel Brewery and West Yorkshire Brewery. The company was renamed Elland in 2006 to reinforce its links with the town. The brewery has a capacity to brew 50 barrels a week and offers more than 12 seasonal specials every month as well as a monthly Head Brewer’s Reserve range of beers. More than 150 outlets are supplied. | ||||
| Best Bitter | 4.0% | SAT-ON SAT-EVE-KICKED |
A dry and aromatic bitter made with Maris Otter malt and using hops from England and America. Strong on aroma with a bitter finish | |||
| Eden | 4.2% | SAT-ON | Award Winning Pale golden, well hopped session beer made from Chinook Hops blended with American Cascade to give a clean long fruity finish. | |||
| Great Orme Brewery | Glan Conwy, Wales | The Great Orme Brewery was established in November 2005 and is situated on a hillside in the Conwy Valley between Llandudno and Betws-y-Coed, with commanding views of the Conwy Estuary and the Great Orme, from which the brewery takes its name. | ||||
| Ddraig Coch / Red Dragon | 4.4% | THU-ON | A new red ale from one of North Wales' finest brewers. | |||
| Celtica | 4.5% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
A refreshing contemporary golden ale full of citrus taste and aroma. This ale is brewed using a single pale ale malt giving it a lovely golden colour. Citrus flavoured hops are used during the boil to produce an intense fruity flavour which is often enjoyed as a more flavorsome alternative to lager. | |||
| Gwynt y Ddraig | Pontypridd, Wales | This cidery started making ciders and perries in 2001 on the home farm in Llantwit Fardre. Since then they have increased production every year and broadened the selection of draught and oak matured bottled ciders and along the way have won many awards. | ||||
| Black Dragon | 7.2% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
Matured in oak barrels to produce a cider rich in color, body and flavor with a fresh fruity aroma. | |||
| Dog Dancer | 6.5% | WED-ON | Produced from bittersweet cider apples blended with a true sharp cider apple, it is a light straw coloured cider with a medium dry, smooth, crisp, slightly sharp characteristic. | |||
| Hardknott | Cumbria, England | Hardknott is about good beer. Really, that should be all we have to say. | ||||
| Duality | 4.5% | FRI-ON | A Scientifically Schizophrenic beer! | |||
| Code Black | 5.6% | WED-ON | A Black IPA - Toasty, citrussy, bitter, hints of chocolate and just a little bit too strong to neck in pints all night. | |||
| Highland Brewing | Orkney, Scotland | Brewing began in 2006 and bigger plant was installed a year later. A visitor center, café and 20 barrel plant are planned. Around 100 outlets are supplied with regular and seasonal brews. | ||||
| Island Hopping | 3.9% | WED-ON WED-KICKED |
Hoppy as the name suggests – New Zealand hops offer stunning mango and passion fruit notes in this golden/blond ale. It is an easy quaffing session brew. | |||
| Orkney Blast | 6.0% | SAT-ON SAT-EVE-KICKED |
A stunning stronger ale in the true British fashion, with balanced flavours from Maris Otter malt and English hops added early and late in the copper. One to take great care with as it is so drinkable. | |||
| Hobsons Brewery | Worcestershire, England | Established in 1993 in a former sawmill, Hobsons relocated to a farm site with more space in 1995. A second brewery, bottling plant and a waterhouse have been added along with significant expansion to the first brewery. It now uses environmentally sustainable technologies where possible. Beers are supplied within a radius of 50 miles. Hobsons also brews and bottles for the local tourist attraction, the Severn Valley Railway. | ||||
| Mild | 3.2% | WED-ON THU-KICKED |
A classic mild. Complex layers of taste come from roasted malts that predominate and give lots of flavor. Former Champion Beer of Britain. | |||
| Old Henry | 5.2% | SAT-ON | Rich, smooth dark auburn Premium Ale | |||
| Ilkley Brewing Co. | Ilkley, West Yorkshire, England | lkley Brewery was re-established in the town after a gap of nearly 100 years in 2009. Now an multi-award winning craft brewery, hand brewing in a traditional way, but fused with magical hops sourced from all over the world. | ||||
| Mary Jane | 3.5% | WED-ON THU-KICKED |
Made with high quantities of Amarillo hops, this pale crisp beer has refreshing citrus aromas and flavour | |||
| Siberia Saison | 5.9% | THU-ON FRI-KICKED |
Brewed with renowned beer writer, Melissa Cole - we have used world famous Yorkshire Rhubarb to add a hint of sourness. There is earthy spice from the Saison yeast, and fresh vanilla to bring out the sweet notes from a blend of Noble Central European hops. A rich golden colour, this naturally hazy Saison is truly a world beer, refreshing on the palate, with a long, satisfying bittersweet finish. | |||
| Inveralmond Brewery | Perth, Scotland | Established in 1997, Inveralmond was the first brewery in Perth for more than 30 years. The brewery has expanded from a 10-barrel to a 30-barrel plant and there are plans for further growth. | ||||
| Blackfriar | 4.8% | FRI-ON | A dark brew, hardy and warming with a slightly sweet malty character balanced by a pleasant hoppiness. Blackfriar is known as a 'wee heavy'. | |||
| Kirkstall Brewery | West Yorkshire, England | This new brewery started operations in 2011 on the side of the Leeds Liverpool canal revives the long tradition of brewing in Kirkstall. Head brewer is Dave Sanders formerly at Elland Brewery, where he brewed many award winning cask ales. | ||||
| Pale Ale | 4.0% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
Wonderfully golden session beer. Fresh malt and hop aroma lead to a satisfyingly bitter finish. | |||
| Black Band Porter | 5.5% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
A full bodied yet beautifully smooth dark porter. Perfectly balanced. | |||
| Kissingate Brewery | West Sussex, England | At Kissingate Brewery you will find the most delicious hand crafted beers inspired by the modern age, and some from times gone by. We are particularly fascinated by the cultures and techniques of ‘cottage’ brewing which flourished throughout the late middle ages up until the early 1800’s. | ||||
| Chennai Premium IPA | 5.0% | In the hall | Powerful flavours of pale and amber malts are balanced with the resinous bitterness and herbal characteristics of Summit and Cascade hops. | |||
| Smelter's Stout | 5.1% | WED-ON | Notes of dark chocolate derived from black and amber malts. Bittersweet finish with a hint of wood smoke. | |||
| Loddon Brewery | Oxfordshire, England | We are a family run company with a close knit team of seven employees. The brewery was founded by Chris and Vanessa Hearn in 2002 and we commenced brewing in July 2003. We are based in a small village called Dunsden Green, situated on the rural estate of Lord Phillimore. | ||||
| Hocus Pocus | 4.6% | In the hall | Brewed using the ever popular English Goldings with the addition of Fuggle Hops, pale and dark malts, with a small amount of invert sugar, combine to form a rich, smooth traditional dark ale. | |||
| Ferryman's Gold Extra | 4.8% | FRI-ON | Brewed using Slovenian Stryian Golding hops which impart a zesty Lime flavour. The mix of Cara malt and Wheat malt give a smooth, creamy body to the beer. | |||
| Lymestone Brewery | Staffordshire, England | Lymestone Brewery is a family run micro brewery that is proud to be single handedly upholding the tradition of brewing great beer in the town of Stone. Stone has a fascinating brewing history that extends back in time for almost 1000 years. The Lymestone Brewery is continuing that story once again by producing quality hand-made ales in the traditional manner. | ||||
| Stone Cold | 4.7% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
This copper coloured cracker will bring happiness to one and all – whether giving or receiving. Roasted Maris Otter malts embrace Nugget and Fuggles hops to sleigh your thirst. | |||
| Stone the Crows | 5.4% | SAT-ON | A rich red to black beer carefully crafted from the finest crystal and chocolate malts. Chewy juicy fruit flavours give way to a deep lingering bitterness provided by an abundance of Styrian Goldings, Millenium and Nugget hops. | |||
| Otley Brewing Co. | Pontypridd, Wales | Established during the summer of 2005. Since then the brewery has doubled in size and now supplies Mid, West, East Wales, Bristol & Bath. | ||||
| O-Rosie | 4.3% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
Copper hued ale, infused with Rosemary - a classic Otley favourite. | |||
| Pig and Porter | East Sussex, England | Artisan beer and event catering served from the funkiest van in town. | ||||
| Red Spider Rye | 5.5% | SAT-ON | A red rye ale featuring and an American clean tasting yeast to showcase the Centennial and Columbus hops. Each cask is dry hopped with both of them to enhance the aroma. A small amount of rye malt lends a spiciness to balance the beer. | |||
| Purple Moose Brewery | Porthmadog, Gwyneth, Wales | Y Bragdy Mws Piws / The Purple Moose Brewery is a '10-Barrel' micro-brewery based in the historic harbour town of Porthmadog, North Wales, close to the mountains of Snowdonia. Brewing commenced on 14th June 2005 with a one-off special pale ale at 3.5% called "No.1". | ||||
| Glaslyn | 4.2% | SAT-ON | A Multi award winning golden, fruity best bitter with a well balanced hoppy finish. Glaslyn Ale takes its name from the Afon Glaslyn, the river which flows from 'Yr Wyddfa' (Snowdon) to Porthmadog. | |||
| Dark Side of the Moose | 4.6% | THU-ON FRI-KICKED |
An Internationally reknowned delicious dark ale with a deep malt flavour from roasted barley and a fruity bitterness from Bramling Cross hops. | |||
| Quantock Brewery | Somerset, England | Quantock Brewery was established in 2007 to brew beers of the highest quality using the finest ingredients using traditional craft brewing techniques. | ||||
| Wills Neck | 4.3% | SAT-ON | A golden ale with a rich malty flavour, late hopped to produce a prominent aroma with hints of grapefruit & cherries and a lasting bitterness on the palate. | |||
| Quantock Stout | 4.5% | SAT-ON | A dry Irish style stout brewed from Maris Otter and roast malts to produce a full bodied beer, dark ebony in colour. The blend of hops gives an aroma of liquorice and citrus fruits. | |||
| RCH Brewery | West Hewish, Somerset, England | The brewery was originally installed in the early 1980s behind the Royal Clarence Hotel at Burnham-on-Sea. Since 1993, brewing has taken place in a former cider mill at West Hewish. A 30-barrel plant was installed in 2000. | ||||
| PG Steam | 3.9% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
A light brown bitter with a floral hop,medium bodied taste with a bitter taste with some fruit and sweetness. | |||
| Salopian Brewery | Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England | Salopian Brewery was established at The Old Dairy on the outskirts of mediaeval Shrewsbury in 1995. Since then the brewery has become synonymous with the production of top quality consistent beers. | ||||
| Golden Thread | 5.0% | WED-ON THU-KICKED |
A bright gold ale, using wheat and lager malt and flavoured with an infusion of aroma hops. Clean and crisp to the palate with a hint of sweetness and a long fruit filled finish. | |||
| Shugborough Brewery | Staffordshire, England | Established in 1990, Brewing in the original brewhouse at Shugborough, home of the Earls of Lichfield, .Brewing takes place every weekend during the visitor season with museum guides in period costume. | ||||
| Coachman's Tipple | 3.8% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
In the deep mid winter the poor coachman would veritably freeze whilst conveying the members of the household to and from their soirees. So what better way to warm up than with a fine glass of ale in front of the fire. This ruby red and rich beer has fine balancing hops and real depth of character so don’t spare the horses as we gallop into the new millennium. | |||
| Gardener's Retreat | 4.2% | SAT-ON | A deep russet coloured beer with warming qualities. Hopped enough to refresh the weary and with the bouquet of the delicate fragrances of the season. | |||
| Strathbraan Brewery | Dunkeld, Scotland | Beers first seen in May 2012. This new micro-brewery based in Scotland and is 15 miles north of Perth in the foothills of the highlands. | ||||
| Due South | 3.8% | SAT-ON | A classic Pale Ale. | |||
| Head East | 4.2% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
A traditional Bitter. | |||
| Stringers Beer | Cumbria,England | A small, independent, award-winning brewer of lovely beer. We live in the Furness area in Cumbria (or N. Lancs if you'd rather). All our beers are based on choice Maris Otter malt, whole flower hops (it's worth it!), and beautiful Lakeland water (of course!). 100% Renewably Powered Brewery. | ||||
| Amber | 3.7% | SAT-ON | Light amber colour, medium bodied, moderately hopped (Challenger and Cascade) | |||
| The North Will Rise Again | 4.9% | SAT-ON | Amber, lightly herbal aroma, touch of sweetness and a tangy bitter finish. Featured hop Northern Brewer. | |||
| Titanic Brewery | Staffordshire, England | Founded in 1985, the brewery is named in honor of Captain Smith who hailed from the Potteries and had the misfortune to captain the Titanic. A monthly seasonal beer provides the opportunity to offer distinctive beers of many styles, each with a link to the liner. Titanic supplies 300 free trade outlets throughout the country. | ||||
| Iceberg | 4.1% | WED-ON FRI-KICKED |
A combination of Maris Otter pale malt and fine wheat malt, give this refreshing beer real zest. Add refreshing Yakima Galena and Cascade hops and what you get is a fantastic wheat beer that will hole any passing thirst. | |||
| Plum Porter | 4.9% | SAT-ON SAT-EVE-KICKED |
This beer is dark strong and well rounded; the richness of such a rotund beer is brought to an even keel by the late addition of Goldings hops and natural plum flavouring. Take the opportunity and go for the low hanging fruit, this sumptuous beer really is a plum! | |||
| Windsor & Eton Brewery | Berkshire, England | Windsor & Eton Brewery was established in 2010 bringing brewing back to Windsor 79 years after the closure of Burge’s Brewery. | ||||
| Conqueror Black IPA | 5.0% | SAT-ON | This beer is brewed in the IPA style ie strong, dry and hoppy (all features to cope with the arduous journey to India) but it certainly isn’t pale. As per records of the time this beer is ‘a dark beer of the Burton style’. The blackness of this beer is produced using a blend of 5 malts including Chocolate, dark Crystal, Carafa and Smoked malt. | |||
NERAX 2013 will be hosted by the Somerville American Legion Hall 