Featured European Beer and Cider

European Beer

Iron Maiden Trooper
Robinsons Brewery

Stockport, England

http://www.ironmaidenbeer.com/

Inspired by Iron Maiden and handcrafted at Robinsons Brewery, malt flavors and citric notes from a unique blend of Bobec, Goldings and Cascade hops dominate this deep 4.8 percent ABV golden ale with a subtle hint of lemon.

Old Tom Chocolate Strong Ale
Robinsons Brewery

Stockport, England
http://www.robinsonsbrewery.com/

Brewed with cocoa and Madagascar bourbon vanilla, this 6 percent ABV dark strong ale is shockingly dry. Beautiful dark chocolate notes intermingle with full, ripe malt for a velvety beer experience unlike any other.

Old Tom Ginger Strong Ale
Robinsons Brewery

Stockport, England
http://www.robinsonsbrewery.com/

Made with Fentiman’s Ginger Ale, Old Tom Ginger features a bracing, zesty and pronounced ginger character like no other ginger beer we have ever tasted, and bubbles in at an intensely delicious 6 percent ABV.

Old Tom Original Strong Ale
Robinsons Brewery

Stockport, England
http://www.robinsonsbrewery.com/

A massive, dark and warming 8.5 percent ale with notes of dried fruit and pepper coupled with a hefty malt backbone. You’ll taste roasted nuts, chocolate and a pleasant smokiness. Aromas of ripe malt and dried fruit round out the character of this tremendous, traditional and excellent Strong Ale.

European Cider

Aspall Dry English Cider
Aspall Cider House

Suffolk, England
http://www.aspall.co.uk/

Pours a mid straw-gold colour, with a lean and light floral aroma of dessert apples. Dry, round and creamy on the palate with medium fullness, the 6.8 percent ABV Aspall Dry boasts well-balanced acidity with pleasant soft tannins and an elegant, long finish. A highly versatile partner for any dish, try with charcuterie, sweet and spicy dishes, and all cheeses.

Aspall Peronnelle’s Blush English Cider
Aspall Cider House

Suffolk, England
http://www.aspall.co.uk/

Pours a clear salmon-pink colour with a marked floral, apple and blackberry aroma. Assertive palate, medium in body with attractive apple and blackberry flavours. This sweet, well-balanced traditional English cider makes an ideal aperitif and complement to fruit-based desserts. 5.2 percent ABV.