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Marston’s is brewed in the home of real ale brewing in the UK – Burton on Trent – and, in line with their ‘Marston’s Don’t Compromise’ byline, has reverted back to a more genuine IPA style to create Old Empire. It’s brewed to be stronger than a standard ale (5.7% ABV), has a typical [...]

Enjoyed as a guest beer at The Melville Inn, part of a chain of pubs known as Village Inns, whose decor is one of faux-Olde Inn style. However, they do have a three hand pumps and the beer is usually served in decent condition – and while Deuchars and Caley 80/- is an almost [...]

Belhaven brewery is situated 30 miles along the east coast from Edinburgh in the town of Dunbar.  Famous throughout Scotland for their Best beer, and now owned by Greene King, the brewery has a long history of producing many types of ale throughout it’s history as an independent brewer.  In recent years this has dwindled [...]

The second in Caledonian’s monthly specials in 2009, this brew is named for the Six Nations rugby tournament.  Possibly brewed with the intention to celebrate magnificent Scottish wins – Murrayfield Stadium being situated little more than a mile from the brewery – but will unfortunately more likely be used for drowning of tartan sorrows!  With [...]