Beer for hot springs and long summers
To Øl Gose To Hollywood (3.8% abv). Gose Ale – a tart thirst-quencher brewed with oranges developing a fruit sweet mouthful and long citrus finish. Denmark’s acclaimed To Øl beer brand has rolled out...
View ArticleSpirit of adventure
The current stalling of the beer and brewing industry might mean that things have gone quiet, but for many people, it’s a time to think, reorganise and plan. For example, are you or anybody you know...
View ArticleLONG DISTANCE INFORMATION
In the July/August issue of Cheers, poet/singer/songwriter Simma shared his admiration for one of his heroes. Sadly, Charlie Harcourt, one of the North East’s most talented and prolific musicians who...
View ArticleFarewell to Cheers editor Alastair Gilmour
After 10 years leading the North East’s only dedicated pub and brewing magazine, Alastair Gilmour has stepped down as editor of Cheers North East. Alastair, an award-winning journalist and founding...
View ArticleRooster’s Oliver Fozard wins Brewer of the Year award
The head brewer of North Yorkshire-based Rooster’s Brewing Co is celebrating after winning Brewer of the Year at the Guild of Beer Writers’ Annual Awards, which took place as a Zoom event in December....
View ArticleThe Twice Brewed Brew House boxes clever with Valentine’s Day treat
The Twice Brewed Brew House, close to Sycamore Gap in Northumberland, has created a Valentine’s Day Beer Box to help couples celebrate February 14 at home. Perfect for couples who share a passion for...
View ArticleNew book celebrates 50 years of CAMRA campaigning
Beer lovers can immerse themselves in a new biography of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) as the campaigning organisation celebrates its 50th anniversary. 50 Years of CAMRA, by beer writer Laura...
View ArticleBlack Sheep launches Best Bitter in bottles for the first time
Black Sheep Brewery has launched its iconic Black Sheep Best Bitter in bottle for the first time as a limited edition offering. The Masham-based brewery has launched a 5,000-bottle run of its Best...
View ArticleNew Cumbrian brewery emerges from tough times
An award-winning team of four has reunited to launch Lakes Brew Co. Co-founders Matt Clarke, Michelle Gay, Steve Ricketts and Paul Sheldon, formerly employed by Hawkshead Brewery at Staveley, will be...
View ArticleBlackie Boy pub to be restored and rebranded as part of NE1’s regeneration of...
NE1’s transformation of Newcastle’s historic Bigg Market will continue this summer with an eighth building set to be restored following the dramatic changes in the area brought about by the...
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