Tag Archives: Hopshackle

Ascot Ales Alligator (4.6%) And A Certain Symbol

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

Last night I opened a bottle of Ascot Ales’ Alligator and it got me thinking something that’s been hanging around in the back of my head for some time now. Alligator pours a light amber with a reasonable head for … Continue reading →

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Hopshackle Special No. 001 (5.2%)

Posted on October 30, 2011 by

It’s been a little while since I last opened a Hopshackle beer and usually I buy their, how shall I describe them, more specialist brews – You know, the high ABV delights that this brewery does so well. But I … Continue reading →

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CAMRGB Mini Interview #4: Hopshackle Brewery

Posted on September 21, 2011 by

The Hopshackle Brewery, based in Market Deeping, makes some of the most astonishing beers being produced in the UK right now. I got the chance to ask them a few questions and this is the result. Hello, could you please … Continue reading →

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Broken By Homebrew in Doncaster

Posted on September 11, 2011 by

Yesterday I travelled up to Yorkshire. It was supposed to be a mix of business and pleasure. I had to discuss artwork and promotion for my friend and fellow band member’s new solo album, I wanted to talk with him … Continue reading →

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Hopshackle Restoration (9%)

Posted on September 10, 2011 by

Hopshackle, a small brewery based in Bedford, are making some remarkable beer. They do a range of “historic” ales based on old recipes and/or using old techniques. The beer I have here is Restoration and it’s based on Belgian strong … Continue reading →

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