The most popular beer styles in London

As a brewing powerhouse, the United Kingdom offers a wide variety of styles; however, among the most popular selection you will find in each pub, and that the latest report The SIBA Independent Beer Report confirms, in the English capital the predominant Lager, Real Ale, IPA, Brown Ale, Stout, Barley Wine y Best Bitter.

In MenuWe tell you everything you need to know about the most popular beer styles in the English capital.

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Perhaps the most drunk beer in London, according to the comments you hear from pub managers. Highly carbonated and bottom fermented, these refreshing beers are a must on every pub’s tap. In London, the trademarks of Lager more drinkable are the Moretti Beerthe Fosters and the Peronibut you can also find them in their artisanal version, with different nuances, but always respecting the light, pale and clean style that characterizes them.

Or better known among locals as “Cask Ale“This beer is a must If you want to drink like a true Englishman, from the first sip you will feel the difference with the rest of the beers in the world: warmer temperature and a robust consistency that will surprise you. Unlike draught beers, Cask Ales are not filtered or pasteurized, they remain “alive” from the barrel to your glass. You will notice this magic when it is served, because its foam disappears almost instantly after serving, due to its low carbonation, without added CO2. An authentic experience that you cannot miss.

Golden or amber in colour, this style of beer is not only available in the UK, but also in the US, as they have taken up a large space in the offerings of London pubs. However, if you want to start with local brands, try the Toast IPA o to Brewdog Punk IPAboth with a hoppy fusion quite characteristic of the style.

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Originating from the Newcastle region in the north of England, this beer is a real feast for the senses. It will surprise you with its rich roasted malt, along with flavours of nuts and caramel. Its characteristic brown colour is simply unmatched. In London pubs, the most recommended are the The Kernel Brown Ale and the Newcastle Brown Ale. Every sip will transport you to your homeland.

Imagine a beer that behaves like a robust wine. Although it is a very strong and malty beer, with an alcohol level that usually ranges between 8% and 12%, the taste you will distinguish will be fruity and somewhat sweet. Among the most famous for Londoners are the Scattered Light Barley Wine from Siren Brew Co and the Fuller’s Golden Pride.

There is no corner of London where you can’t drink a good, foamy pint of Guinnessdespite being of Irish origin, this beer is one of the queens among pubs. Each stout has its charm, but in this style you will always find the taste of roasted malt and coffee. In addition to the creamy Guinness, do not leave British soil without trying the Fuller’s Black Cab which also has its curious name honoring the iconic and famous London taxi.

Derived from the Pale Ale, this beer is entirely of English origin and is popular in pubs because the room temperature at which it is usually served makes it a perfect companion to the cloudy weather that reigns in the area. It has a bitterness that, although pronounced, is not overwhelming. If you have not tried it before, to begin to delve into this bitter style, do not hesitate to order the Bitter which is on every pub menu: London Pride from Fuller’s brewery.

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