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[Cask at the Hope Tap (JDW), Reading.] A dark chestnut pour with a rim of off white froth; smoky malt aroma, like a distant bonfire; smooth malty body, with a burnt grain bitterness and some black treacle; then a bittersweet finish with lingering nuts. Very drinkable, much better than the Shamrock.

Tried from Cask at Hope Tap on 19 Feb 2026 at 13:29

berkshirejohn (10300) reviewed

Shamrock from Sambrooks Brewery

3 months ago

5.8/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 6 Flavor 5.5 Texture 6 Overall 5.5

[Cask at the Hope Tap (JDW), Reading.] A pale chestnut pour with a ring of white froth; earthy malt aroma; sweet malty taste; and a sweet finish with a light twiggy bitterness.

Tried from Cask at Hope Tap on 19 Feb 2026 at 13:21

berkshirejohn added a new beer Shamrock by Sambrooks Brewery
3 months ago

berkshirejohn (10300) reviewed

Red Smacker from Wantsum Brewery

3 months ago

6.8/10 — Appearance 7 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 6 Overall 6.5

[Cask at the Greyfriar, Reading.] A reddish chestnut pour with a loose white head; malty aroma; smooth fruity malt body; and a light bitterness to finish. Quite moreish.

Tried from Cask at The Greyfriar on 16 Feb 2026 at 21:52

berkshirejohn added a new beer Red Smacker by Wantsum Brewery
3 months ago

berkshirejohn (10300) reviewed

Hearts On Fire from Siren Craft Brew

3 months ago

7.5/10 — Appearance 8 Aroma 7.5 Flavor 7.5 Texture 7 Overall 7.5

[On tap at the Castle Tap, Reading.] A glossy almost black pour with a thick caramel coloured head; aroma of roasted malts with some chocolate and coffee; velvety in the mouth with a fruity coffee taste; then a burnt grain bitterness to finish. Very drinkable.

Tried from Draft at Castle Tap on 16 Feb 2026 at 21:26

berkshirejohn (10300) reviewed

Bron-y-aur from Weekend Project Brewing Co.

3 months ago

7/10 — Appearance 7 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 7 Overall 7

[Cask at the Nags Head, Reading.] A hazy pale amber with a thin white head; fresh, fruity wine-like aroma; juicy grape taste with a milky body; and a crisp finish. Tasty.

Tried from Cask at The Nags Head on 16 Feb 2026 at 21:15

berkshirejohn (10300) reviewed

Mission: Improbable from Electric Bear Brewing Co

3 months ago

6.9/10 — Appearance 7 Aroma 7 Flavor 6.5 Texture 7 Overall 7

[Cask at the Alehouse, Reading.] A straw coloured pour with a thick white head; aroma of pine and tropical fruit; sharp, underripe grapefruit taste; and a crisp finish. Tasty and refreshing.

Tried from Cask at The Alehouse on 16 Feb 2026 at 21:06

berkshirejohn added a new beer Mission: Improbable by Electric Bear Brewing Co
3 months ago

berkshirejohn (10300) reviewed

Cindersap from Elusive Brewing

3 months ago

6.6/10 — Appearance 7 Aroma 6.5 Flavor 6.5 Texture 7 Overall 6.5

[Cask at the Alehouse, Reading.] A straw coloured pour with a frothy white lid; citrus aroma; crisp citrusy taste; and a pithy bitterness to finish. Nothing much wrong here, just rather predictable.

Tried from Cask at The Alehouse on 16 Feb 2026 at 20:49