3 Brewers – Classic Bitter

What they say: “We could tell you that our new ale has a deep amber colour, a light hoppy aroma and a rich and rounded malty taste balanced by subtle hoppiness, to give a supremely clean, smooth and refreshing ale. But there's no need really. Suffice to say that we think we've created a modern classic here and we're pretty confident that you'll agree.”

I’d never heard of 3 Brewers before and came across them purely by chance at a Christmas market nestled in the grounds of St Albans’ cathedral. And I’m so glad I did. What a cracking beer this was. Them pesky hops done their job without taking over, I could drink this all day long if wallet and internal organs would only allow. 4.0% A.B.V December 2016.