When Britain turns into an air fryer, does your favourite craft beer still make sense? Lager, IPA, Alcohol Free beer, radlers and DIPAs go head-to-head in the search for the perfect heatwave beer.

What are hops and why are they so important in beer? Discover how hops create bitterness, flavour and aroma in everything from lagers to juicy IPAs.

Ever stood in a bottle shop staring at a can covered in terms like DDH, NEIPA, Cryo Hops and IBU, wondering if you've accidentally picked up a chemistry textbook? You're not alone. Craft beer has developed its own language over the years, and some breweries seem determined to fit as many confusing abbreviations onto a can as physically possible. Here's a straightforward guide to the beer terms you're most likely to encounter.

Are cans really better than bottles? Discover why green bottles can make beer taste skunky, how cans protect freshness, and which packaging is actually best for your beer.

Mid-strength drinks are changing how people drink. Learn what they are, the benefits, and why they’re growing fast in the UK.

The full Behind The Brewer deep dive into Love Lane Brewery, Home Bargains beer, and Higsons. From collapse to comeback, plus a Part Two answering real viewer questions straight from the brewery.

My first ever book, The Hopper’s Little Book of Naughty Beer Wisdom, is now available on Amazon. Yes, an actual book. With pages and everything. Even I’m shocked. Whether you love craft beer, enjoy a good laugh, or just like watching a grown man rant about hops, this book packs all the sarcasm, beer knowledge and nonsense you’ve come to expect from the idiot that is The Hopper of The Hopper Reviews. you can buy it here for free, pending a non-refundable deposit of £6.99.

Right, the Budget’s landed, and I’ve been chewing it over with a pint and a raised eyebrow. I’m no economist, I’m just a bloke who drinks far too much craft beer and talks about it on the internet, but I know enough to see when small brewers are about to get kicked in the hops again.

Every so often, a brewery comes along that reminds you exactly why craft beer matters. Not hype. Not marketing waffle. Not wild accusations about AI recipe robots or some bloke in a shed typing “IPA” into ChatGPT. Just real people, real graft, proper brewing, and a community that stands behind it. Four Priests Brewery in Middlewich Cheshire, as featured on Channel 5 recently, are a proper British brewery with a back to basics brewing attitude.

I used to be firmly in the “if it isn’t alcoholic, it isn’t beer” camp, until I had to seriously cut down my alcohol intake. That shift led to the creation of Alcohol Free Friday on my YouTube channel, and it opened the door to some genuinely impressive non alcoholic beers.

Oktoberfest: Why the UK Goes Mad for Germany’s Biggest Beer Party

The Price of a Pint Hits £5 – And It’s Only Going Up! Well, folks, it’s official – the average pint in the UK now costs over £5.

Craft beer is a playground for brewers and hop lovers alike, with India Pale Ales (IPAs) leading the charge as the rock stars of the scene.

When it comes to craft beer, the debate between bitter and sweet flavours is as old as brewing itself.

Have you ever wondered, 'what's the difference between yeast, malt and hops, and what does each one do?' If so, great question!

This is a really interesting question and highlights a key aspect of beer drinking that many people might not consciously consider! Science tells us that the "gentle pour" isn't always the best approach, so allow me explain why a harder pour might be preferable. Let's break down the science and implications: The BEST Way to Pour Beer FAST to AVOID BLOATING #shorts Are you pouring your beer the wrong way? The Soft Pour (The Conventional Wisdom): * Goal: Minimize head (foam) an

When diving into the world of craft beer, one of the most common questions for newcomers is the difference between a stout and an imperial stout. Both styles are beloved for their rich flavours and bold characteristics, but they offer distinct experiences for beer lovers. Let’s break it down: Stout: A Classic BrewStouts are dark beers with origins dating back to the 18th century in England. They are known for their deep, almost black colour and a flavour profile often dominat