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Harvey’s Imperial Extra Double Stout (9%)

Pouring an impenetrable black with only the merest suggestion of a head, this bottle conditioned imperial stout reeks of port and sherry and fruit compote. It’s quite difficult to break the flavours down in this, it’s almost so complex as … Continue reading

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Harvey’s Elizabethan Ale (7.5%)

I’ve not had a barley wine with such a low ABV before and I’m not sure it works too well, though that is an entirely subjective statement. And so this will be an entirely subjective review. But then, what review … Continue reading

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Harvey’s Tom Paine Ale (5.5%)

Next in line from my Cobbett’s haul, Harvey’s Tom Paine pours deep and dark and ruby red. This beer is so full of stewed plums and pears it’s almost overwhelming. Pouring a little bit flat, there’s just enough fizz. But … Continue reading

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