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Image of various popular British beers, showcasing classic ales, rich stouts, and other traditional brews, arranged on a wooden table. Each beer features its distinct label, highlighting the diverse flavors and iconic brands that define British beer culture.

Discover the most popular types of British beer, from classic ales to rich stouts. Explore the unique flavors and traditions behind Britain's top beer styles that have stood the test of time. Whether you're a seasoned beer lover or just starting your journey into British brews, find your next favorite pint. Learn about iconic brands and varieties that define British beer culture. Dive into our guide today and elevate your beer experience with these must-try favorites.

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British Brown Ales have been around since the beginning of brewing history. It has been said that the malt is dried over open flames. This was prior to the kilning process that we know today. British Brown Ales were pretty popular and trended upward until the beginning of the 18th century. People were leaning toward a higher-hopped pale ale that was peaking its hoppy head around the corner. Where have we heard this before?

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Hey beer buddy! Let’s chat about burly yet beautiful English Barleywines. As the name hints, these beers are big, boozy brews with wine-like qualities. They typically range from 8-12% ABV – not for the faint of heart! Barleywines showcase intense malty sweetness from large amounts of specialty malts. Flavors like dried fruit, caramel, brown sugar, and toasted bread abound. Restrained bittering hops provide balance. Over time, English Barleywines develop a complex, sherry-like character.

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Ah, Brown British Beers! These are malty, nutty, toasty beers that really warm the soul. The color comes from roasted malts which give them those lovely flavors of coffee, chocolate or toasted bread. They often have low hop bitterness, allowing the malt to shine through. These easy-drinking beers are perfect for curling up next to the fire on a chilly evening, perhaps with a meat pie or some nice cheddar cheese. The smooth, mellow taste just says “comfort” to me.

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An external picture of a cream pub building, and a photo of a wooden pub bar with beer tabs and UK drinks bottles.

Visiting a British pub for the first time? This guide covers the key aspects of British pub etiquette, from ordering UK drinks to tipping rules. Perfect for making the most of your pub experience! Save this pin to feel confident at any pub in England, order some British beer or UK fizzy drinks.

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a beer glass sitting on top of a wooden table next to a chalkboard with the words london brown ale

How To Brew London Brown Ale: From Foggy Streets to Flavorful Feats London Brown Ale is a part of a beer style that has been around since the beginning of brewing beer. Mostly this was in large part due to malt being dried over open flames prior to the kilning processes being developed. Although the utilization of wheat in beer did provide for some pale-colored beers to be produced. However, most beers coming out were indeed brown in color.

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American IPA is a style based on its ancestor, the British IPA which has been rooted in beer history for well over 200 years. However, the history for American IPA is only a little over 40 years old. During the late 1970s, when the modern craft beer movement started to take off, American India Pale Ales was not too far off.

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