Breconshire Brewery - Ramblers Ruin (5%)

Taste: Satisfyingly uncomplicated. Tastes traditional and trustworthy - in fact I'm instantly relaxed and I'm being transported away from Cardiff to a rain soaked wooded valley. There's a  slight taste of burnt embers  which gives a happy bitterness. I could drink this all day...

Appearance: I'm hoping not to turn into the man on the label. The ale changes colour in photos mysteriously.

Would you buy 2? No doubt.

Would you buy 4? In the right place at the right time? For sure.

Rating (out of 7): 6 * * * * * * Some may not agree (too simple?!) but I've really enjoyed this ale.

Breconshire Brewery - Red Dragon 4.7%

Taste: There's a taste of malty biscuits. It tastes like it's from a time gone by (in a good way).  It has a over ripe fruit vibe and a slight burnt taste.

Appearance: Brown horse coloured ale. The dragon on the label is fearsome for sure.

Would you buy 2? On a wintery day? Yes.

Would you buy 4? On a wintery day with a plate of fine cheese? Yes please.

Rating (out of 7): * * * * * 5 stars. It's got character and slips down easily.