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Beer 52: Craft Beer Discovery Club Review & Giveaway

Beer52: The Craft Beer Discovery Club

Published on September 6, 2016 • Last updated July 23, 2017 by Elizabeth

A review and giveaway in collaboration with Beer52.

Beer 52: Craft Beer Discovery Club Review & Giveaway

I’m not going to pretend I know anything about beer for this post. In fact, I’ve only recently become a convert to the wonderful hoppy fuggle world of beer after a recent trip to Belgium and a taste testing of the most delicious dark, chocolatey rich Belgium ale (LeFort, if you’re interested), and I’ve made it a mission now to explore this unknown world one bottle at a time.

Fuggle: (noun) hops of a variety used in beer-making.

Beer52 is the world’s largest craft beer discovery club, sourcing new and interesting beers from microbreweries around the world and delivering them to your doorstep, within 8 weeks of brewing, for your tasting pleasure.

Their founder, craft beer obsessive James Brown discovered his passion for craft beer during an epic road trip from his home in Edinburgh (in Scotland, y’know)  to Faro (that’s in Portugal – I checked), on the back of his dad’s Harley-Davidson. Stopping at tiny pubs and brewhouses along the way, he found beers that were not only delicious, but that he’d never heard of before.

So now, Beer52 source and send you a selection of eight different beers, a snack and their magazine ‘Ferment‘ in their monthly subscription service.

Beer52 Box

Last month’s box featured beers from all around Scotland, plus one wildcard – a rather tasty red ale from Chile. Because I really don’t know enough about beer to give you a detailed breakdown of the taste and depth of each bottle, I’ll just tell you that I was really impressed with every single sample in the case. It might have helped that I drank a few of them by myself, alone on a Saturday night with a pizza while binge watching the latest season of Orange is the New Black. Some things just need to be done.

I was delighted to see Shetland’s own Lerwick IPA from the Lerwick Brewery featured too. For those who want to expand their beer horizons this is definitely the subscription box for you, and for as little as £21 it’s not a bad price. I do, however, have an exclusive discount code for you – if you use the code ELIZABETH10 at checkout you’ll get £10 off a case of beer, and I’ll get £5 too, and you’ll be directly helping support my family. Win-win, this, no?

They’ve also offered my UK readers the chance to win their next case in a giveaway! Fill out the Rafflecopter form below to enter!

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GIVEAWAY

Beer52 have kindly offered one of my UK readers to win their next shipment of beer worth £24. To enter, simply fill out the Rafflecopter entry form below!

HOW TO ENTER

For your chance to win a Beer52 subscription box worth £24 enter using the Rafflecopter form below. Come back and tweet about the giveaway every day for more chances to win!

TERMS & CONDITIONS

This giveaway is open to UK entries only. Entrants must be age 18 or over. The winner will need to respond within 30 days of being contacted; failure to do this may result in another winner being selected.

The prize is offered and provided by Beer52. The prize is to win a Beer52 subscription box worth £24.  There is no cash alternative and the prize is not transferable.

There is no entry fee and no purchase is necessary to enter this giveaway. The promoter (Elizabeth’s Kitchen Diary) reserves the right to cancel or amend the giveaway and these terms and conditions without notice.

Entry into our giveaways will be deemed as acceptance of these terms and conditions.

If you need some help using Rafflecopter, here’s a quick clip to show you how. Rafflecopter will pick the winners at random from all the entries received. I will be verifying entries and any automated entries or those who have claimed they have made the mandatory blog post comment and really haven’t will be disqualified. It’s mandatory! Please make sure your comment is eight words or longer or Google views it as spam. >>>>> All entries with comments fewer than the mandatory 8 words will be disqualified. <<<<<

Closing date is midnight (that’s 00:00 hours, 12 am on Sunday night/Monday morning) on Monday 19 September 2016 (GMT) and the winner will be announced shortly afterwards.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Elizabeth’s Kitchen Diary received a case of beer from Beer52 for review purposes. All thoughts and opinions expressed are our own. This is not a paid post (unless you use the voucher code provided, in which case I’ll get a fiver and be eternally grateful).

Category: Giveaways, Past Giveaways, Product, ReviewTag: beer, Beer52, giveaway, Review

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Comments

  1. Richard Tyler

    September 18, 2016 at 11:55 pm

    I love IPA, though I’ve not really had many others

    Reply
  2. Jamie Millard

    September 18, 2016 at 11:51 pm

    i’m a big fan of brewdog’s work. The grapefruit is a personal fav.

    Reply
  3. Claire Ward

    September 18, 2016 at 11:05 pm

    I don’t have a favourite

    Reply
  4. Andrew Hindley

    September 18, 2016 at 11:05 pm

    Shetland’s own Lerwick IPA from the Lerwick Brewery

    Reply
  5. Jonathan Evans

    September 18, 2016 at 10:07 pm

    I’m loving these craft beer delivery start-ups!

    Reply
  6. Mark Whittaker

    September 18, 2016 at 10:03 pm

    There is a small brewery near Oxford called The Shotover Brewing Company, they make an amazing Porter. Shotover by the way is a nearby country park .

    Reply
  7. Cerys John

    September 18, 2016 at 9:57 pm

    Brew Dog đŸ™‚

    Reply
  8. Lesley Styles

    September 18, 2016 at 9:51 pm

    I love Timothy Taylor’s Landlord. It’s a wonderfully light, hoppy beer.

    Reply
  9. Tracey Susan Anderson

    September 18, 2016 at 9:22 pm

    Castle Rock is mine and the hubby’s favourite craft beer x x

    Reply
  10. Chris Fletcher

    September 18, 2016 at 9:12 pm

    The Camden Brewery does a great smoked lager in the winter months – it is called Flue Faker Lager and it is made with smoked hops and is great!

    Reply
  11. Ruth Wollerton

    September 18, 2016 at 9:00 pm

    Halfway to Heaven transports me all the way to heaven. Thanks for the chance xxx

    Reply
  12. olivia kirby

    September 18, 2016 at 8:31 pm

    My husband tries them all while we’re away. He had Blue Moon while we were in Florida. He likes Doom bar whilst in England

    Reply
  13. Oksana Fitzgerald

    September 18, 2016 at 8:31 pm

    Dead Pony Pale Ale is my favourite! I love it’s delicious with a fruity back taste

    Reply
  14. Bernadette Katchi

    September 18, 2016 at 8:18 pm

    Hubby loves Barry Island IPA brewed by Brains Craft Brewery đŸ™‚

    Reply
  15. Ellen Stafford

    September 18, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    I haven’t ever tried any but my partner and I would love to. Thanks for the chance.

    Reply
  16. jessica cook

    September 18, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    I love a beer called the bishops finger

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  17. gemma raines

    September 18, 2016 at 7:48 pm

    I got a fraoh ale it was lovely I need to find it and buy a couple more was super đŸ™‚

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  18. Lynn Evans

    September 18, 2016 at 7:45 pm

    Thornbridge Peakender always conjuring up images of the wonderful Peak District and sometimes, I swear I can even hear sheep bleating!

    Reply
  19. paula cheadle

    September 18, 2016 at 7:08 pm

    I don’t drink, but hubby’s favourite is Rev James

    Reply
  20. Angela Paull

    September 18, 2016 at 7:03 pm

    I’m more of a lager person it’s my fiancĂ© that likes a beer/ale. He mostly drinks HSB (well it is our local brew)

    Reply
  21. Anne Eames

    September 18, 2016 at 6:23 pm

    I love Kentish Reserve from the Whitatable brewery for its golden richness

    Reply
  22. Louise Lamb

    September 18, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    I haven’t tried too many but I have enjoyed Brew Dog, as it was recommended to me

    Reply
  23. liz ferguson

    September 18, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    MY FRIEND BROUGHT ME SOME BISON BEER BACK FROM BRIGHTON, AND IT WAS MUCH BETTER THAN THE STANDARD STICK OF CANDY ROCK.

    Reply
  24. RONA WILLIAMS

    September 18, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    I like to try different craft ales, one I’ve got for tonight is Glaslyn Ale from the local brewery in Porthmadog.

    Reply
  25. Tim Woolfenden

    September 18, 2016 at 4:56 pm

    I don’t have a favourite, just open minded to all new and tested craft beers

    Reply
  26. christine WESTLAKE

    September 18, 2016 at 3:38 pm

    doom bar or unusual local beers depending on where we are

    Reply
  27. Melissa Lee

    September 18, 2016 at 3:19 pm

    I like the different ones which ome out at Christmas with quirky names. They make great presents.

    Reply
  28. Gillian Holmes

    September 18, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    I am a fan of Halfway to Heaven although I like trying lots of different ones

    Reply
  29. Julie Whittaker

    September 18, 2016 at 2:10 pm

    All a bit new to be Craft Ales but I do love Undercurrent, lovely pale and zingy light ale

    Reply
  30. Dale Dow

    September 18, 2016 at 1:10 pm

    Dead Pony Pale Ale, it’s delicious with a fruity back taste

    Reply
  31. Caroline Signey

    September 18, 2016 at 11:37 am

    I am a fan of Spitfire, although I like trying lots of different one

    Reply
  32. Danielle pooley

    September 18, 2016 at 11:22 am

    I would say it is Brewdog

    Reply
  33. Helen

    September 18, 2016 at 11:13 am

    Castle Rock – Elsie Mo and there pubs are really good.

    Reply
  34. Allan Fullarton

    September 18, 2016 at 10:57 am

    I love IPA Punk

    Reply
  35. carol boffey

    September 18, 2016 at 9:41 am

    Great prize

    Reply
  36. Jodie harvey

    September 18, 2016 at 6:59 am

    so far we havnt tried that many, but from the few we have we do like Brewdog

    Reply
  37. Andrea Johnson

    September 18, 2016 at 2:19 am

    I always loved Waggle Dance but haven’t seen it in a long time. I’m not keen on anything too hoppy, I enjoy trying new ones at beer festivals.

    Reply
  38. Steve Davies

    September 18, 2016 at 12:27 am

    Big Big fan of Tudor Brewery in Llanhilleth. Driving by it, blink and you’ll miss their brewery. Well worth a pop in as they have a shop. Deals are better in their shop than online. The Tudor IPA and the Skirrid Welsh Bitter are my personal favourites.

    Reply
  39. Jane Middleton

    September 18, 2016 at 12:11 am

    I don’t really know any

    Reply
  40. Joanna Sawka

    September 17, 2016 at 11:35 pm

    My favoutite is Darwin’s Origin. I just love the laste

    Reply
  41. carole n

    September 17, 2016 at 11:09 pm

    not sure i have a favourite, but am happy to try new flavours

    Reply
  42. Steve Miles

    September 17, 2016 at 10:33 pm

    Brewdog Punk IPA

    Reply
  43. MichelleD

    September 17, 2016 at 8:58 pm

    My favourite is Loweswater Gold, they brew it at a pub in the Lakes. It’s the perfect end to a good walk!

    Reply
  44. Mary Baldwin

    September 17, 2016 at 8:24 pm

    I’m loving Halfway to Heaven which is a local craft beer from the Langham Brewery based in West Sussex.

    Reply
  45. sharon martin

    September 17, 2016 at 8:02 pm

    i’m not a ale drinker but my other half loves the welsh pride ale

    Reply
  46. Lance Bellers

    September 17, 2016 at 7:45 pm

    Bison beer based in Brighton, great flavour and lasts well if you buy in bulk from their shop

    Reply
  47. Karen Barrett

    September 17, 2016 at 2:34 pm

    Difficult to choose, we love Wainwrights but also have a local brewery set up by a couple of young lads and they have gone from strength to strength, The Blackedge Brewery, we even have our own bar as well! Check them out if you are ever “Up North” http://www.blackedgebrewery.co.uk/

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  48. Lauren Old

    September 17, 2016 at 9:56 am

    I think my favourite is Pale Ale, it has a really good taste and is locally made

    Reply
  49. sarah@theparentingtrials

    September 17, 2016 at 9:07 am

    if im honest, im not a huge fan of beer.. however this would make a fantastic gift for my hubby. x

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  50. Anthony

    September 17, 2016 at 6:52 am

    I like Chorlton Woodruff Berliner myself. The name’s quite good fun as well.

    Reply
  51. Eleanor Baker

    September 17, 2016 at 6:43 am

    I love Wibblers brewery, they make an amazing beer called Happy Days which is my alltime favourite beer

    Reply
  52. Suzanne McCusker

    September 16, 2016 at 11:14 pm

    I love Old Golden Hen – the taste is really floral/botanical and crisp, it’s very refreshing

    Reply
  53. Stu w

    September 16, 2016 at 10:44 pm

    Hobgoblin gold is my favourite at the moment but I enjoy trying lots of craft beers

    Reply
  54. Sheri Darby

    September 16, 2016 at 10:15 pm

    I don’t think I have tried a Craft beer

    Reply
  55. Carly Belsey

    September 16, 2016 at 8:35 pm

    I reckon the “TicketyBrew Cherry Berliner Weisse” sounds amazing although I haven’t tried that one đŸ™‚

    Reply
  56. Vicky Loveday

    September 16, 2016 at 6:36 pm

    lerwick IPA

    Reply
  57. Louise Fairweather

    September 16, 2016 at 6:09 pm

    I don’t really drink them – my OH does though and he has a razzle dazzle once that he liked

    Reply
  58. sarah fielding

    September 16, 2016 at 1:25 pm

    My favourite is Brewdog for sure!

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  59. Ems

    September 16, 2016 at 1:12 pm

    To be honest I much prefer cider – I’m an Aspalls gal, butmy other half loves beer – any type of ale. We always have an IPA in the cupboard and he loves trying different craft beers. How can you pick only one!

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  60. Laura-Jane Baker

    September 16, 2016 at 11:32 am

    I don’t drink beer but hubby’s favourite is Brew Dog Jet Black Heart – he likes his stout.

    Reply
  61. Deborah Clarke

    September 16, 2016 at 9:55 am

    Love a beer . Especially BrewDog Pink IPA.

    Reply
  62. donna l jones

    September 16, 2016 at 8:49 am

    our favourite beer at the moment is hob goblin beers

    Reply
  63. Jessica M

    September 15, 2016 at 10:47 pm

    I love Brew Dog’s beers, they’re some of my favourites!

    Reply
  64. leanne weir

    September 15, 2016 at 8:14 pm

    I love BrewDog Punk IPA, it’s so refreshing

    Reply
  65. Sarah Brokenshire

    September 15, 2016 at 4:52 pm

    My other half loves them and always gets a new one every week at the local supermarket- his favourite so far is one thaat Iron Maiden made ! xx

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  66. Mary H

    September 15, 2016 at 3:48 pm

    Mmmmmm beer. I love Lerwick IPA at the moment, but my taste changes with the seasons. Hoppy is always good.

    Reply
  67. Celso Gomes

    September 15, 2016 at 11:22 am

    I can never remember the names but I like a variety of pale ales that I’ve tried.

    Reply
  68. Lucy Robinson

    September 14, 2016 at 11:41 pm

    My partner is fussy. He loves all beer. Would love to surprise him with craft beer.

    Reply
  69. CHRISTINE SUTHERLAND

    September 14, 2016 at 8:12 pm

    I dont drink beer but my husband likes Brewdog beers

    Reply
  70. Rebecca Howells (@PeanutHog)

    September 14, 2016 at 4:35 pm

    We make our own at home and use chocolate malt which is really tasty. Also like the Sticky Toffee Pudding one you can get at Ocado!

    Reply
  71. Lydia Barton

    September 14, 2016 at 9:52 am

    My partner is currently loving brew dog beers particularly punk ipa!

    Reply
  72. Andy Kadir-Buxton

    September 14, 2016 at 4:25 am

    Axe Edge

    Reply
  73. Lorna Beattie

    September 13, 2016 at 10:39 pm

    Brewdig Beer is my favourite! SO unique and they always are trying out new flavours! I went to a beer school at a brewdig which was so interesting!

    Reply
  74. Lisa Wilkinson

    September 13, 2016 at 9:56 pm

    Although I love craft beer I don’t have a particular favourite although I prefer the lighter varieties.

    Reply
  75. Michael Clarke

    September 13, 2016 at 7:15 pm

    Hogs Back T-E-A

    Reply
  76. Nicola

    September 13, 2016 at 6:57 pm

    My husband loves craft beers fingers crossed

    Reply
  77. sandy ralph

    September 13, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    i havent tried them, but mine and my husbands favorites are the hob goblin beers

    Reply
  78. pete c

    September 12, 2016 at 10:51 pm

    have tasted very few and cant remember my favourites but do recall they each had a honeyed flavour to them. May have been artificial but they tasted lovely

    Reply
  79. Kat Allinson

    September 12, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    We love a local craft beer from FFF brewery, Comfortably numb

    Reply
  80. Lara Latchem

    September 12, 2016 at 8:31 pm

    I don’t drink craft beer but my step dad loves his craft beer so this prize I would give to him

    Reply
  81. Tracy

    September 12, 2016 at 4:43 pm

    We like trying new beers when whenever we can. Innis and Gunn is a fav of ours. Especially the rum cask

    Reply
  82. Nicola Hoare

    September 12, 2016 at 4:09 pm

    I haven’t tried any yet, so this would be a super treat to win đŸ™‚

    Reply
  83. Pamela Gossage

    September 12, 2016 at 12:57 pm

    I simply adore Hobgoblin from the Wynchwood range

    Reply
  84. Karen Durrant

    September 12, 2016 at 6:55 am

    Red Rock Brewery Back Beach beer is lovely and fresh

    Reply
  85. Chrissie Curtis

    September 12, 2016 at 12:55 am

    I like hop devil a pretty strange name but pretty unique with a spicey kick

    Reply
  86. Nikki Hayes

    September 11, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    I don’t have a particular favourite – I like to try a lot of different beers (and other drinks) :o)

    Reply
  87. purpleshoes

    September 11, 2016 at 5:02 pm

    The grapefruit Brewdog is lovely. Has a nice refreshing zesty flavour

    Reply
  88. Ellie Wood

    September 11, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    Peach Craft Beers are my favorite, just love fruity beers

    Reply
  89. Maxine G

    September 11, 2016 at 9:31 am

    Little Valley Ginger Pale Ale is simply a fab beer, really fresh and tasty (and from a great Lancashire brewery!)

    Reply
  90. anthony martin

    September 11, 2016 at 12:33 am

    ahve to admit have only tried brew dog of the ones they do so will have to stick with that, hope i win, then will have more options next time im asked

    Reply
  91. Tammy Westrup

    September 10, 2016 at 11:07 pm

    Hubby likes one called Badger – not sure anything else about it apart from the name!

    Reply
  92. JULIE WARD

    September 10, 2016 at 8:34 pm

    I’m like a good cider its my son that likes his beer, his favourite is Pendle Witch

    Reply
  93. claire woods

    September 10, 2016 at 3:34 pm

    I haven’t tried any yet but I would like to try some.

    Reply
  94. michelle speight

    September 10, 2016 at 12:17 pm

    im not a craft beer more a wine person but i will try anything once my partner more in to them i did hVE ONBE CRAFT BEER ONCE CALLED GET UR COIT which is barnsley talk for get your coat lol

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  95. daniel

    September 10, 2016 at 11:39 am

    Yo can’t beat a Hobgoblin!

    Reply
  96. Natasha Mairs

    September 10, 2016 at 11:08 am

    I don’t like beer but my husband does. Dont really know the names of them, but if I won these would be for him

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  97. Alison Johnson

    September 10, 2016 at 1:09 am

    I don’t drink but my Hubby is always testing different beers from the local supermarket. He’s on Hobgoblin at the moment.

    Reply
  98. Katie Skeoch

    September 9, 2016 at 10:11 pm

    I do like a glass of forbidden fruit. Some beers are a hit or a miss though!

    Reply
  99. Kathy B

    September 9, 2016 at 9:56 pm

    I don’t know much about craft beer but my husband loves to try them when he can, so this giveaway would be a treat for him!

    Reply
  100. Hazel

    September 9, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    Most definitely brewdog

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  101. Solange

    September 9, 2016 at 8:29 pm

    My favourite is Meantime London Pale Ale. It has a citrus aroma and a bitter finish.

    Reply
  102. Susan Hoggett

    September 9, 2016 at 1:27 pm

    I don’t drink it but my hubby likes brewdog

    Reply
  103. Stevie

    September 9, 2016 at 10:30 am

    I like a Hobgoblin from the Wynchwood range.

    Reply
  104. Ailsa Sheldon

    September 9, 2016 at 6:13 am

    I know nothing about beer but know my husband would love this for his birthday!

    Reply
  105. Joanne Lyles

    September 8, 2016 at 9:42 pm

    I would love to win this for my husband – he is mad on niche beers.

    Reply
  106. Barbara Knight

    September 8, 2016 at 9:28 pm

    I like St Michael’s Bitter by Cornish Crown.

    Reply
  107. ADEINNE TONNER

    September 8, 2016 at 9:14 pm

    My favourite craft beer would have to be jester as it tastes amazing

    Reply
  108. Julie

    September 8, 2016 at 7:52 pm

    I’ve never tried it although I like the look of the Black Isle Organic Blonde above.

    Reply
  109. Sarah Ann

    September 8, 2016 at 7:14 pm

    I love Brewdog! It is so delicious and is definitely one of my faves.

    Reply
  110. Martin Thomas

    September 8, 2016 at 4:39 pm

    Favourite craft beer…… That’s tricky as there’s so many great ones nowadays, but! I’ll go for Brewdog Elvis Juice. Full of juicy grapefruit and so easy to drink, Recommend it fresh from one of their bars.

    Reply
  111. MANDY DOHERTY

    September 8, 2016 at 2:23 pm

    I’ve never tried craft beers before but they sound great

    Reply
  112. Sarah R

    September 8, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    Two new craft beer shops have opened in our town recently. I’m new to these so don’t have a favourite yet, but I’m having fun trying them!

    Reply
  113. Sam Goodwin

    September 8, 2016 at 12:46 pm

    Got to love a Brewdog! I love the taste but also their packaging is spot on.

    Reply
  114. LaurenceC

    September 8, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    When I was a child I played I drank mass produced beers, when I became a man I put away childest things.

    Reply
  115. Aimee Carter

    September 8, 2016 at 11:20 am

    We love Brewdog! It’s so tasty prefer craft beer to normal.

    Reply
  116. Tom D

    September 8, 2016 at 11:09 am

    I’m a big fan of the Adnams Jack brand beers. Lots of interesting flavours.

    Reply
  117. Kevin Somerton

    September 8, 2016 at 9:55 am

    Malty, bitter and a hint of hops. Timothy Taylor Landlord never disappoints!

    Reply
  118. Zoe Stretton

    September 8, 2016 at 9:04 am

    I like anything that’s got a light taste and is chilled, especially when enjoyed in a beer garden!

    Reply
  119. Wendy butcher

    September 8, 2016 at 7:08 am

    I like the nettle beer from from river cottage I can’t always afford different beers that are unusual but I try and get some when I have the money.

    Reply
  120. Caroline H

    September 8, 2016 at 12:56 am

    I love Black Isle Blonde. It’s a lovely, light lager beer that has loads of flavour without being too bitter or earthy.

    Reply
  121. Natalie Crossan

    September 7, 2016 at 11:03 pm

    I really like orange-boom – had it lots when I was younger (budgetting on a minimum wage and all that!)

    Reply
  122. Marycarol

    September 7, 2016 at 10:44 pm

    Lacada beer – a local beer from Portrush – tastes great and love that it’s just brewed down the road

    Reply
  123. Jim Milligan

    September 7, 2016 at 9:29 pm

    I love BrewDog – Punk IPA is the iconic full-flavoured craft beer

    Reply
  124. emma walters

    September 7, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    rudyard ruby premium is lovely and from only a few miles away đŸ™‚

    Reply
  125. Kim Nicholl

    September 7, 2016 at 8:47 pm

    Always happy to try new craft beers. Fingers crossed I’ll get to try these!

    Reply
  126. Rachael Lines

    September 7, 2016 at 8:39 pm

    Im a pedigree fan, not sure if its a craft beer but it is lush.

    Reply
  127. Jennifer Toal

    September 7, 2016 at 8:30 pm

    I’ve never tried any but my dad would love them

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  128. Rachel Stephenson

    September 7, 2016 at 7:47 pm

    I love dead pony club IPA from Brew Dog

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  129. sam macaree

    September 7, 2016 at 7:47 pm

    i haven’t tried any so hopefully i’ll be able to tell you when i win!

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  130. Jo Carroll

    September 7, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    To be honest I’d never heard of Craft beer as a term before I read you brilliant piece, but I’m sure I must have tried it somewhere along the line? I’d love to try Beer 52 aswell. x

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  131. Karen Brady

    September 7, 2016 at 6:51 pm

    Surfbum IPA

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  132. Laura Jeffs

    September 7, 2016 at 5:20 pm

    Unfortunately I have never tried a craft beer, but definitely would love to!!

    Reply
  133. James

    September 7, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    Beavertown Gamma Ray

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  134. Keith Hunt

    September 7, 2016 at 4:24 pm

    Salopian Darwin’s Origin

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  135. Paul Wilson

    September 7, 2016 at 4:17 pm

    I don’t have a particular favourite, but I do like to try a wide range. Tactical Nuclear Penguin is a great named one.

    Reply
  136. Holly Gibson

    September 7, 2016 at 3:46 pm

    I really like brew dog lager. My brother first introduced it to me, and I’m not normally a beer drinker but they have so much flavour

    Reply
  137. Kate

    September 7, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    Not much of a beer drinker normally (only really like stouts – do they count?), but a friend is convincing me to try some new ones, so why not?!

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  138. Charlotte Foy

    September 7, 2016 at 2:59 pm

    I love Boho by Tiny Rebel Brewery. They’re an up and coming Welsh brewery that a lot of my local bars are getting hold of. The brewery themselves make fantastic beers, this one and FUBAR I would definitely recommend if you can get them!

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  139. Kerry Kilmister

    September 7, 2016 at 2:56 pm

    I really like Jester – my husband bought it for us once and it has an amazing taste

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  140. Emily Knight

    September 7, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    It has to be Wiper and True’s Milk Stout – they’re based here in Bristol, and it’s lovely and rich and creamy!

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  141. Simon tutthill

    September 7, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    I really love Jester IPA,looks and tastes fantastic too

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  142. michelle thompson

    September 7, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    im a keen fan of erdinger lager ….its tasty

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  143. Cherry Edwards

    September 7, 2016 at 1:59 pm

    I have just finished drinking 6 bottles of James Morton Pale Ale and it was delicious. It was light and fruity with a lovely colour.

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  144. Fiona Sanderson

    September 7, 2016 at 1:48 pm

    I am not a massive fan of beer. If I won this it would be for my OH and he loves brewdog đŸ™‚ I would love to surprise him with this!

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  145. Laura @dearbearandbeany

    September 7, 2016 at 1:37 pm

    I am not a beer drinker, but my husband likes to try new beers all the time. He is off to the beer festival this weekend!

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  146. Lorna Kennedy

    September 7, 2016 at 1:35 pm

    We have a small independent brewery not far from us, and they have a lovely selection, my favourite is one called “Cereal Killer” đŸ™‚

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  147. clair downham

    September 7, 2016 at 1:33 pm

    my hubby likes Jester, Adnams a calfornia pale ale from marks and spencer

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  148. Tracey Ryder

    September 7, 2016 at 1:29 pm

    we both really like Jester IPA but we love trying new ones

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  149. amy bondoc

    September 7, 2016 at 1:27 pm

    i don have a favourite as i dont drink that often, am always up for trying new products though

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  150. Katie W

    September 7, 2016 at 1:10 pm

    love brewdog, enjoy having nanny state when i am driving as it feels like i am drinking with my friends

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  151. Natalie White

    September 7, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    Definitely Smog Rocket! Nobody I know has tried it and not loved it!

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  152. S Macdonald

    September 7, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    My husband would love to try these… we will need plenty of alcohol to get through becoming parents for the first time in November đŸ™‚

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  153. Jen Schofield

    September 7, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    Jester IPA is really good -would like to try some others though

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  154. Diana Maxwell

    September 7, 2016 at 11:05 am

    Do not have a favorite. Just enjoy a variety. Different day, different taste.

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  155. Steven Appleton

    September 7, 2016 at 9:32 am

    I enjoy a Saltaire Blonde, I always try a Saltaire Brewery beer when I visit family in Yorkshire, their local shop has a rather fine selection đŸ™‚

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  156. Jane H Shaw

    September 7, 2016 at 6:27 am

    My husband and I both enjoy Jester IPA thanks

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  157. Stella

    September 6, 2016 at 11:54 pm

    This is so cool. Fab giveaway for the beer lovers.

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  158. Gerard Dwyer

    September 6, 2016 at 11:31 pm

    my favorite is beavertown gamma ray, a beautiful american pale ale, love it

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  159. Karl Borowy

    September 6, 2016 at 11:22 pm

    LIKE TRYING SOMETHING NEW ALL THE TIME

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  160. Kim Styles

    September 6, 2016 at 8:58 pm

    Ace of Citra -I tasted it at the Norwich Brewdog -a gorgeous summery citrus taste -love it

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  161. frances hopkins

    September 6, 2016 at 8:04 pm

    My partner loves trying new ones, his favourite are the hogs back beers, they’re local to us

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  162. Joanna Ford

    September 6, 2016 at 7:54 pm

    I really like Doombar, just has a really refreshing taste that always quenches your thirst

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  163. michelle smith

    September 6, 2016 at 7:30 pm

    Blondie

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  164. laura banks

    September 6, 2016 at 7:21 pm

    its one our local pub does at xmas i can never remember the name but it has a happy elf

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  165. Jorgelina

    September 6, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    I’m not a drinker, but my fiance loves ales and ciders and so does his dad, so I think they would really enjoy these.

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  166. Krystle

    September 6, 2016 at 6:57 pm

    Never tried any of these but fancy trying the IPA

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  167. laura stewart

    September 6, 2016 at 6:54 pm

    i havent tried any x

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  168. Rhian Westbury

    September 6, 2016 at 4:48 pm

    I’m really not a beer fan at all but this is spot on what my dad would love. I always look into craft beers and things for him when it comes to Christmas/ birthdays x

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  169. Lyndsey O'Halloran

    September 6, 2016 at 4:15 pm

    I don’t drink beer myself but my husband does. This sounds like something he’d really enjoy!

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  170. Kate Knight

    September 6, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    Jester IPA is my favourite, it is lvoely

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  171. Tracy Hanley

    September 6, 2016 at 2:32 pm

    I havent tried any yet, but im looking forward to in the near future

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  172. owen reed

    September 6, 2016 at 2:24 pm

    Anchor steam Breckles brown is the maltiest brown beer around.

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  173. Talya

    September 6, 2016 at 2:15 pm

    I do love a craft beer and didn’t know there was a dedicated discovery club for them. Sign me up!

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  174. Harriet A

    September 6, 2016 at 2:11 pm

    Looks great!!

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  175. Jordanne | Thelifeofaglasgowgirl

    September 6, 2016 at 1:16 pm

    I love the sound of craft beers! My OH really likes beer and I think he would love something like this.

    Jordanne || Thelifeofaglasgowgirl.co.uk

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  176. Liam Bishop

    September 6, 2016 at 12:53 pm

    I love BrewDog Punk IPA, it’s awesome.

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  177. lucy higgins

    September 6, 2016 at 12:35 pm

    I liked the Jester IPA from marks and spencers, tastes really good

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  178. Annabel Greaves

    September 6, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    My husband loves all the different craft beers he sees in the local retailers xx

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  179. Dean of Little Steps

    September 6, 2016 at 11:38 am

    My husband loves craft beers and would love to have a go! Will enter for him đŸ™‚

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  180. Carolynn Woodland

    September 6, 2016 at 11:20 am

    I don’t have a favourite but would love to win for my husband as he just adores craft beers.

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  181. Toni | Gym Bunny Mummy

    September 6, 2016 at 11:15 am

    My hubby & his best mate would love these, they’re both really into their craft beers, ales & ciders! I think it’s just an excuse for a sneaky beer đŸ˜‰

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  182. julie kenny

    September 6, 2016 at 10:40 am

    My husband is a firm beer and ale fan – so I get to try lots my favorite is Lust from the Northern Monk Brew Co Leeds.

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  183. iain maciver

    September 6, 2016 at 10:16 am

    I have tried Shetland’s own Lerwick IPA which was good I have yet to try some more

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  184. Stewart Smith

    September 6, 2016 at 8:56 am

    My favourite craft ale changes all the time! I’ll give you a Japanese one as I’m there at the moment, Dai Dai Ale from Hitachino.

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  185. Janine Bruce

    September 6, 2016 at 8:00 am

    I am a fairly recent beer convert myself. I always liked the smell but the flavour took a while! This service is a great idea.

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  186. Andrew Petrie

    September 6, 2016 at 7:54 am

    My favourite is Ape Ale – 5.2% – right down my street !

    Reply

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