Blue Bee was set up in 2010 by Richard Hough, former head brewer at Abbeydale, who has also done stints at Acorn, Crown, Spire, Raw and Marble. Starting his own brewery allows him to use this invaluable experience on his own terms, creating beers that are noted for “quality, consistency and with a slight addiction factor”. In 2014 the business was acquired by Reet Ale Pubs, which runs three pubs in Sheffield.
Olut (21769) reviewed Damaged Universe from Blue Bee Brewery 1 year ago
Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 6 | Texture - 6 | Overall - 6
Beer Number 2 at the Bradford Beer Festival 2025. Strong stout, slightly negating the style flavour here but a full-bodied mouthful. Typically my pourer went well over the third mark on a brew I didn't want too much of.
Appearance - 5 | Aroma - 4 | Flavor - 4.5 | Texture - 5 | Overall - 5
From the cask on my visit to the Alexandra hotel in Derby pre match. Pours a deep pure orange with no head. Aromas & tastes of sharp citrus including grapefruit & mango. Very intense over powering the hops. Didn't finish the pint, not often that happens
lad_newton (4207) reviewed Cryo Simcoe Pale from Blue Bee Brewery 1 year ago
Appearance - 7 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 7 | Texture - 7 | Overall - 7
Cask at the Kelham Island Tavern, Sheffield on 20th February 2025. Pale gold with white foam and descending lace. Zests and pungencies in aroma. Soapy citrus fruits, tropical fruits and zesty peel in-mouth, and a finish reflecting the aforesaid. Smooth mouthfeel and a light to medium body.
lad_newton (4207) reviewed Reet Pale from Blue Bee Brewery 1 year ago
Appearance - 7 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 6 | Texture - 5 | Overall - 6
Cask at the Kelham Island Tavern, Sheffield on 20th February 2025. Pale golden amber with dense white foam and full lacing. Aroma grassy with pines and resins. Citrus soapiness in-mouth, and a citrusy finish. Somewhat watery mouthfeel and a light body.
Appearance - 7 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 6 | Texture - 6 | Overall - 6
Cask at the Kelham Island Tavern, Sheffield on 20th February 2025. Intensely dark sepia brown with dense, pale tan foam and full lacing. Guinness aroma. Sweet fruits and roastiness in-mouth, and a roasty finish with sweet, light fruits. Light bodied with an engaging texture.
Olut (21769) reviewed American Five Hop Version 76 from Blue Bee Brewery 1 year ago
Appearance - 7 | Aroma - 6.5 | Flavor - 6.5 | Texture - 7 | Overall - 7
Beer number one at the Great British Winter Beer Festival 2025. A nice reliable cask producer to begin with and a palate-agreeing hoppy start here.
Olut (21769) reviewed Citra Idaho Pale from Blue Bee Brewery 1 year ago
Appearance - 7 | Aroma - 6.5 | Flavor - 7 | Texture - 7 | Overall - 6.5
Beer number six at the Great British Winter Beer Festival 2025. Hoppy and fruity as the hop names might suggest, slightly more of the former for me.
Deanso (15673) reviewed Tasman Red from Blue Bee Brewery 1 year ago
Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 7 | Flavor - 6 | Texture - 7 | Overall - 6
Third of a pint on keg at the CAMRA winter beer festival.
Medium off white head. Hazy amber pour. Light bitterness
ungespoto (2212) ticked Tha Got Oat Mild? from Blue Bee Brewery 1 year ago
Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 7 | Flavor - 8 | Texture - 6 | Overall - 7.5
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ungespoto (2212) ticked Cryo Centennial Pale from Blue Bee Brewery 1 year ago
Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 7 | Flavor - 7 | Texture - 6 | Overall - 7
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