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London Brewers’ Market at Old Spitalfields: Summer Sesh

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London Brewers’ Market will be rocking the stalls at Old Spitalfields Market once again! Come join us for our summer edition on Saturday, the 8th of July, for an amazing array of beer from over 20 London breweries alongside the incredible records and vibes brought forth from our pals at Independent Label Market.

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We’ll be trading from 11am until 6:30pm, and it will be free entry as always. The line-up of trades will be announced soon, but we already have an excellent line-up of London’s brewing stalwarts alongside some smaller, newer brewers who are making waves in the industry. Our brewers will be selling beer to enjoy in the beer garden as well as bottles and cans (and maybe even crowlers?!) to stock up the fridge at home.

What are you waiting for? Get it booked in the diary! Sign up on Eventbrite or RSVP on Facebook to get it in your calendar. We’ll see you there!

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London Brewers’ Market Event Round-Up: October 2016

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On the London Brewers’ Market blog, we are featuring a monthly round-up of upcoming and unmissable events for London’s beer drinkers introduced by Rebecca Pate of Brewing East. Here are her picks for what’s happening in Londontown. 

With the last of the beer garden weather upon us, it’s time to accept the change of season and hole ourselves up with a cosy pint. For beer drinkers, October brings the close of Oktoberfest celebrations and the season of highly divisive pumpkin beers. But if neither of these prospects takes your fancy, there are plenty of other events to satisfy your autumnal cravings.

You might feel pressure to bid adieu to sours and saisons in lieu of more warming styles, but whatever you’re drinking, we’ve put together a list of our pick of events across London this October:

HAMMERTON BREWERY TAPROOM OPENING: Saturday, 1 October, 14:00-23:00. Head over to N7 (that’s Islington) to have a drink amongst locals at Hammerton Brewery’s monthly taproom opening. There’s plenty of table space inside and be sure to sample their new Chicha Pale, a Peruvian Maize Morada. They’re dog-friendly too, so why not take Rover for an extra long walk? Hammerton Brewery, Unit 8 & 9 Roman Way Industrial Estate, 149 Roman Way, London N7 8XH. Free: http://www.hammertonbrewery.co.uk/blog/ 

HIBERNATION PARTY WITH ORBIT BEERS: Saturday, 1 October, 12:00-20:00. Here’s your incentive to embrace the first frost of winter. Orbit Beers are throwing a party at their brewery to honour the season and while the vinyl spins, there will be bratwurst and currywurst proffered from Get Wurst. And in case that wasn’t enough, every guest will get a free beer on arrival. Suddenly winter doesn’t seem so bad, does it? Orbit Brewery, 225 Fielding Road, London SE17 3HD. Free: https://www.facebook.com/events/1470228143003605/

WE BROUGHT BREW BY NUMBERS: Wednesday, 5 October, 19:00-22:00. Bermondsey’s Brew by Numbers will be chatting beer at We Brought Beer’s Clapham Junction location. Their recent endeavours have been exceptional, including their long-awaited foray into pale ales. If attendees are lucky, the new 21|04 Pale Ale (Motueka) might be on offer. We Brought Beer Clapham Junction, 78 St. Johns Hill, Battersea, SW11 1SP. Event is free, but attendees must e-mail events@webroughtbeer.co.uk to be added to the guest list: https://www.webroughtbeer.co.uk/event/brought-brew-numbers/

MEET THE BREWER WITH WILD CARD BREWERY: Wednesday, 5 October, from 20:00. The Beer Shop London is hosting a Meet the Brewer night with Wild Card Brewery. This is the perfect opportunity to see what’s brewing and what’s in the pipelines for this Walthamstow favourite. Don’t forget to ask about their Queen of Diamonds IPA, which recently was awarded the ‘Beautiful Brew’ distinction by the Urban Food Awards. The Beer Shop London, 40 Nunhead Green, London SE15 3QF. Event is free, but spaces must be reserved by e-mailing hello@thebeershoplondon.co.uk: http://www.thebeershoplondon.co.uk/events.html

WALTHAMSTOW BEER PROJECT 2016 WITH ELB: Thursday, 6 October from 18:30. East London Brewing Company invite you to Ye Olde Rose and Crown for the launch of their Walthamstow Beer. Over the summer, over 200 Prima Donna hop plants were grown in the area and harvested in mid-September to create this green hopped ale. Come down and sample the fruits of their labour, learn about the hop harvest and meet the brewery team. Beer doesn’t get more local than this. Ye Olde Rose and Crown, 55 Hoe St, London E17 4SA. Free: http://www.eastlondonbrewing.com/blogs/news/walthamstow-beer-project-2016

CRAFT 100 BEER FESTIVAL: Thursday, 6 October, 12:00 until Sunday October 9, 23:00. The Craft Beer Co’s Clapham location will be transformed into a utopia of beer aplenty for this unmissable event. With over 100 beers on offer, there’s something guaranteed to tickle your taste buds, including beer from Beavertown Brewery, Brixton Brewery, By the Horns Brewing Co., Hackney Brewery, Kew Brewery, Redemption Brewing, Partizan Brewing and Weird Beard Brew Co.– and that’s just on keg. Phew. Craft Beer Co, 128 Clapham Manor Street, Clapham, London SW4 6ED. Free: http://www.thecraftbeerco.com/craft100/

FIVE POINTS BREWERY TOUR: Saturday, 8 October, 12:00-14:00. Take a trip to Hackney for The Five Points Brewing Company’s monthly brewery tour, where guests are guided through their story and their range, all in the heart of the action on the brewery floor. See the brewing kit and the canning line, where the newly canned Pils has been flying out. Generous samples and a glass to take home are included in the ticket price. The Five Points Brewing Company, 3 Institute Place, London E8 1JE. Tickets are £12 plus VAT and can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/october-brewery-tour-at-the-five-points-brewing-company-tickets-26520197625 Note: This date is now sold out

IPA VS CHEESE WITH BREW BY NUMBERS: Thursday, 13 October, 18:00-21:00. Beer and cheese, need we say more? Take a range of Brew by Numbers‘ IPAs personally selected by Chris Hall, the brewery’s Sales and Media guru, married with a cornucopia of British cheeses chosen by Ned Palmer (Edited to add: “Legend!”) of The Cheese Tasting Company and- well, you get the idea. The evening will include five cheeses, bread and beer. Attendees are warned to come hungry. Brew by Numbers, 79 Enid Street London SE16 3RA. Tickets are £25 and can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ipa-vs-cheese-a-beer-and-cheese-throwdown-tickets-27930495865

MEAT + BEER WITH BRIXTON BREWERY: Thursday, 13 October, 19:00-20:30. October is bursting with foodie options for beer drinkers, including this enticing event from the Meat School in Borough Market. A selection of fine British cured meats will be expertly paired with beer from Brixton Brewery. This is not for the faint hearted, however, as 5 courses of meat, each one paired with a beer from Brixton, are included in the ticket price. CANNON & CANNON, Unit 4W, Jubilee Place, Winchester Walk, London SE1 9AG. Tickets are £25 and can be purchased here: http://www.meatschool.co.uk/product/meat-beer-pairing-with-brixton-brewery-thurs-13-oct/

CROYDON CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL: Thursday, 13 October, 2016 17:00 until Saturday October 15, 2016 19:00. Held at Braithwaite Hall, this is the third Croydon Craft Beer Festival with an Oktoberfest theme. While oodles of beers from around the world will be available in cans, there’s a good representation form London breweries too, including: Belleville Brewing Co, By the Horns Brewing Co, The London Beer Factory and Croydon’s own darlings, The Cronx Brewery. Croydon Clocktower, Katherine Street, Croydon CR9 1ET. Tickets are £5 + VAT and can be purchased here: https://billetto.co.uk/en/events/craftycroydon2016

OKTOBEERFEST WITH WILD CARD BREWERY: Friday, 14 October, 20:00- Saturday October 15, 22:00. For a taste of Bavaria, make a beeline to Wild Card Brewery’s taproom to sample over 30 beers, including a special small batch raspberry wheat beer brewed for the occasion. There’s an eclectic selection of music promised all weekend, including DJ sets with some synth pop, disco and…kraut rock? Well, we’re intrigued. Wild Card Brewery Tap Bar, Shernhall Street, London E17 9HQ. Free: https://www.facebook.com/events/205242163214638/

BAVARIAN BREAKFAST WITH ONE MILE END: Saturday, 15 October, 9:00-14:00. Science has proven that beer is the breakfast of champions* and science is never wrong, so don’t miss the opportunity to sample One Mile End Brewery’s new wheat beer at The White Hart. Their head brewer will be onsite and beer will be poured from 9am to accompany the brew pub’s new tantalising brunch menu. Brunch beers are definitely a thing that should be embraced (*this might be wildly inaccurate). The White Hart Brew Pub, 1 Mile End Road, London E1 4TP, free: https://www.facebook.com/events/1796999037247541/

FIVE POINTS AUTUMN JOLLY: Saturday, 15 October, 13:00-22:00.Following the rip-roaring fun of The Five Points Brewing Company‘s summer yard parties, they’ve taken the same ingredients- e.g. great beer, outstanding eats from Capish? and formidable beats- and reinvented the monthly affair for the season. Come try the Brick Field Brown launched in cask and the Five Points Extra Pale relaunched as Five Points XPA. Surprises are assured and there’s a special meet the brewer session with Vito himself, who is the brains behind the Brick Field Brown. The Five Points Brewing Company Warehouse & Yard, 61 Mare Street, London E8 4RG. Free: https://www.facebook.com/events/1756385964601426/

ELENA COOPER’S PORTER WITH REDEMPTION: Monday, 17 October, 18:00-23:30. Head down to the Holborn Whippet to sample Elena Cooper’s Porter, a new brew from Redemption Brewing Company to commemorate the London Beer Flood of the 17 October, 1814. On this solemn day, a torrent of beer flooded  Tottenham Court Road and killed 8 people. Raise a glass of this porter that has been smoked with oak chips alongside representatives from the brewery. Cue the argument of whether there are worse ways to go. The Holborn Whippet, 25-29 Sicilian Ave, London WC1A 2QH. Free.

BRICK FIELD BROWN LAUNCH WITH PETE BROWN: Tuesday, 18 October, 18:00-22:00. Eminent beer writer Pete Brown joins The Five Points Brewing Company in launching their latest cask ale offering at The Harp in Covent Garden. Two hour-long sessions will be held in The Harp’s cosy upstairs room, where The Five Points’ Assistant Head Brewer Vito Carrescia will introduce his Brick Field Brown, and Pete Brown will share his thoughts about the brown ale style as well as discuss his new book, The Pub: A Cultural Institution. Tickets are £10 + booking fee, which includes a pint of Brick Field Brown, and proceeds from each ticket sale go to St Joseph’s Hospice. There’s also a Five Points Tap Takeover at the bar, which is free to attend, and the chance to buy a copy of Pete Brown’s book. The Harp, 47 Chandos Place, London WC2N 4HS. Tickets to Pete Brown & Vito Carrescia’s talk are £10 + booking fee, tap takeover is free entry. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/meet-the-five-points-brewer-beer-writer-pete-brown-tickets-28424538560

WE BROUGHT REDCHURCH: Wednesday, 19 October, 19:00-22:00. Another meet the brewer event hosted by We Brought Beer, this time at their Balham site. East London’s The Redchurch Brewery will be talking guests through their new foray into wild beers with their Urban Farmhouse project. These experimental beers hail from  their old brewery, which is now dedicated to wild and sour brewing. Guests will sample some of the first batches, so don’t miss out. We Brought Beer Balham, 28 Hildreth Street SW12 9RQ. Event is free, but attendees must e-mail events@webroughtbeer.co.uk to be added to the guest list: https://www.webroughtbeer.co.uk/event/we-brought-redchurch/

BREWDOG #COLLABFEST 2016: Saturday, 22 October, 13:00 – Sunday October 23, 0:00. Each of London’s Brewdog locations will be brewing up some special delights with the help of a local brewery. Details are still hush-hush on what to expect, but last year saw some great London breweries thrown in the mix, including Orbit Beers, Weird Beard Brew Co., Brew by Numbers and The Redchurch Brewery. So it’s a fairly safe bet. All Brewdog London sites, free: https://www.brewdog.com/lowdown/events/collab-fest-2016

LONDON BREWERS’ MARKET AT VENN STREET MARKET: Saturday, 22 October, 10:00 – 16:00. London Brewers’ Market will be holding a showcase of South London Breweries (oh, and a certain Hackney brewery that organises LBM) at the wonderful Venn Street Market, a weekly food market in Clapham Common. Breweries include The Five Points Brewing Company, Anspach & Hobday, Gipsy Hill Brewing Company, Mondo Brewing Company, and Orbit Beers, who will all be selling beer to drink on the day and for take away. Venn Street Market, Venn Street, Clapham SW4 0AT, free: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-brewers-market-at-venn-street-market-tickets-28282564913

HACKNEY BREWERY’S 5TH BIRTHDAY: Saturday, 22 October, 13:00 – 19:00. The mighty Hackney Brewery celebrate their 5th Birthday with some of their fantastic brews, including their Oktoberfest and a brand new Pale Ale, plus a look around their newly-installed brewing equipment! Grill My Cheese will be catering food at this free event, so rock up and show some love to this wonderful local brewery! Hackney Brewery,358 Laburnum St, London E2 8BB, free: https://www.facebook.com/events/544229609099275/

*new* MEET THE BREWER WITH REDCHURCH: Thursday, 27 October, 18:00-0:00. Redchurch Brewery are visiting their close neighbours, BrewDog Shoreditch, to flaunt some of their beers. There will be some surprises of a sour nature in store. This is another opportunity to get your hands on their new Urban Farmhouse beers this month, so don’t miss out- the brewery team will also be in attendance to guide you through the brews. BrewDog Bar Shoreditch, 51-55 Bethnal Green Rd, London E1 6LA , free: https://www.facebook.com/events/571214406409072/

*new* MEET THE BREWER WITH BEAVERTOWN: Thursday, 27 October, 19:30-21:00. The Beavertown Brewery crew are paying The Coborn a visit to guide drinkers through their brewing process from hops to pints. Attendees will also be tutored through four different beers and learn that when it comes to packaging, why the can is king. It’s a great time to get on the Beavertown bandwagon. The Coborn, 8 Coborn Road, E3 2DA London. Tickets are £10 and can be purchased by contacting the venue: https://www.facebook.com/events/1197092370329555/

*new* DAY OF THE DEAD PARTY WITH 40FT: Friday, 28 October, 18:00- Saturday 29 October, 2:00. Once again, 40ft Brewery are inviting revellers inside their shipping container taproom (and sizable yard) to celebrate in style. They’ve teamed up with The Real Al Company to bring Dia de los Muertos celebrations to Dalston. The fiesta will include a special chili IPA and the spicy Mexican beer-cocktail favourite, the Michelada. Mulled cider, face painting and Mexican street food are a given. All will be against a deadly soundtrack to get your sugar skull boogie on. 40FT Brewery, Bootyard, Abbott Street, London E8 3DP, free: https://www.facebook.com/events/1604855099817724/

*new* PILLARS BREWERY TAPROOM LAUNCH: Friday, 28 October, 17:00- Saturday 29 October, 23:30. NEW BREWERY KLAXON. Head Walthamstow way to check out the Pillars Brewery, formerly known as the Four Pillars Brewery, as they proclaim their arrival with a weekend long party. Expect music, food and their flagship Traditional Lager, branded an ‘India pale lager’, flowing alongside some taproom exclusives. Looks like Wild Card Brewery have new neighbours and Walthamstow just got a bit sexier. Pillars Brewery, Unit 2 Ravenswood Industrial Estate, Walthamstow E17 9HQ , free: https://www.facebook.com/events/204350073312057/

*new* UBREW BEER LAUNCH PARTY: Saturday, 29 October, 12:30-21:00. Bermondsey’s open brewery, UBREW are unleashing their own beers on the public and throwing a bit of a bash. They’ve taken the best of the members’ beer brewed onsite and upscaled production to their industrial 5 bbl kit, resulting in the Rocket Bear IPA, the Octobear Sorachi Ace saison, the Hoplust Stout and a sessionable pale ale. Discounts and tours will be on offer as well, so you can nurse your beer while convincing yourself that your recipe might be next. Ubrew, 24 Old Jamaica Road, London, SE16 4AW, free but tours and cases can be bought in advance here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ubrew-official-beer-launch-tickets-28523591831

*new* SIGNATURE BREW’S 5TH BIRTHDAY PARTY: Saturday, 29 October, 12:00-22:00. We’ll be shimmying down to Signature Brew’s 5th birthday celebrations- a beer and music festival like Leyton has never seen. The largest range of Signature Brew’s beers ever in one place (EVER) and a glut of collaborations will be offered. Music is obviously a fixture and an extensive list of bands and acoustic performers are already lined up. Food and tours are also going to be on offer for those who can stop dancing. Signature Brew, Unit 25, Leyton Business Centre, London E10 7BT. Tickets are free and available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/signature-brews-5th-birthday-party-tickets-28361370623

*new* HIVER’WEEN: Saturday, 29 October, 11:00-19:00.Honey beer specialists Hiver Beers have partnered with All Good Beer for a day packed with Hallowe’en activities, including pumpkin carving, beeswax candle rolling and- deep breath- Bermondsey’s FIRST ever conker championship. Honey beer and other craft selections will be on hand alongside some delicious honey from local bees. Honey is like nature’s candy, so it’s all treats and no tricks here. Hiver, Arch 55 Stanworth Street, London SE1 3NY. Tickets are £7, can be purchased here and include a pumpkin, a sheet of beeswax and a half pint of Hiver.

REDEMPTION BREWERY’S TAPROOM OPENING: Saturday, 29 October, 11:00-17:00. The big day is upon us: Redemption Brewing are letting the public into their brand spanking-new brewery’s taproom! Lots of special surprises are promised, including special one-off beers alongside their ever-dependable core range. More details will be released closer to the time, but don’t miss out on christening the Redemption crew’s new space in Tottenham. Redemption Brewing Co, Unit 16, Compass West Industrial Estate West Road, Tottenham N17 0XL. Free.

Have we missed something? We’re not perfect, so feel free to post any upcoming events featuring London breweries in London in the comments below. This post will be edited as the month progresses to include new events, so watch this space!

London Brewers’ Market at Old Spitalfields: Full List of Brewers!

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We are excited to announce our line-up for our next London Brewers’ Market at Old Spitalfields Market on Saturday, the 23rd of July! We are bringing 27 of London’s finest breweries down for a brilliant session alongside Independent Label Market from 11am util 6:30pm in the historic East End marketplace.

Our list includes some favourites as well as a handful of breweries who are new to our market stalls. Here’s the line-up:

The Five Points Brewing Company – Brewing since March 2013 in a Victorian railway arch underneath Hackney Downs Station, The Five Points has become well-known and highly regarded force beyond their East London environs for their full-flavoured, classic beer in keg, can, cask and bottle. In addition to their remarkable brews, top events, and colourful identity, The Five Points are also notable for being the first certified Living Wage accredited brewery in the UK.

Anspach & Hobday – Anspach & Hobday are making fantastic beers taking inspiration from traditional beer styles and newer influences from the craft beer movement. Part of a string of brewers and beer spots in Bermondsey, check out their taproom hours Friday, Saturday and Sunday and see where the magic happens and enjoy some great beer right at the source.

The Beerblefish Brewing Company – One of a handful of new breweries that have opened recently and a new brewery for this round of London Brewers’ Market, Beerblefish launched towards the end of 2015 in the co-operative brewspace UBREW in Bermondsey. They are now in new permanent premises in North London’s Edmonton. Their brews are all vegan-friendly.

Brew By Numbers – Bermondsey’s Brew By Numbers boast innumerable talent in the many bottles and brews they produce. Creating beer with carefully-selected ingredients since 2011 and brewing in their railway arch since the end of 2012, they’ve created some of the most talked-about beer in the country. Their brewhouse is open Fridays and Saturdays for a drink—check their website for times.

Brixton Brewery – Founded in 2013 by folks who felt that every great neighbourhood should have a great brewery, Brixton Brewery craft fantastic ales in a railway arch on Brixton Station Road. Their vibrant labels and clips are a indication of the rich flavour found in the variety of beers they brew, which have been incredibly popular beyond their native South East London environs.

Bullfinch Brewery – Calling the area of Herne Hill home, the folks behind Bullfinch are reprising their April appearance at the London Brewers’ Market. Inspiration for their beers have come from travels around the globe. Their taproom is open Thursdays through Sundays during the week, and features a tidy line-up of Bullfinch brews and periodic guest ales.

By The Horns Brewing Co. – By The Horns are based in Summerstown in Southwest London. Started by friends on a home brew kit in 2011, the brewery creates a series of flagship brews as well as varying seasonal ales “with more care and attention than your mum’s Sunday roast!” Head to their taproom and beer hall for a large range of quality beer and for upcoming special events.

The Cronx Brewery – Hailing from Croydon, The Cronx Brewery began brewing in the summer of 2012 and have been a mainstay of South London and beyond ever since. The Cronx brews a range of ales, saisons, and wheat beers, and host events and open days at their brewery on select days. We’re glad to bring The Cronx to Old Spitalfieds for their first London Brewers’ Market outing.

Essex Street Brewery – Visit Temple Brew House, located just a stone’s throw away from the iconic River Thames, and you’ll be in the home of Essex Street Brewery, who are making their London Brewers’ Market debut at our July Market. Established in November of 2014, the beers are designed to show off the passion in brewing while also being thoroughly drinkable for Temple Brew House’s patrons and for us at the Market!

Fourpure Brewing Co. – Inspired by adventure, Fourpure is a family brewery founded in 2013, focusing on the four ingredients of brewing—water, malt, hops and yeast—from which they take their name from. Early adopters of the craft can movement in the UK, you can enjoy their dynamic range of seasonal brews as well as their stalwart core beers, all unfiltered and unfined, at their taproom on Saturdays, and in many pubs and bars throughout London.

Hackney Brewery – Top folks brewing top beers, Hackney Brewery were established in 2011, making them the first registered brewery in their namesake borough, which has now become a byword in the craft beer scene. Creating a selection of cask ales as well as a seasonal and craft range, Hackney Brewery are a hive of activity in their railway arch near Hoxton Station to supply those who stock their fine brews.

Hammerton Brewery – London’s original Hammerton Brewery began brewing in 1868, but was sadly torn down in the 1950s as many family brewers gave way to the industrial brewing environment, consolidating into the Big Six. Re-founded by Lee Hammerton, a member of the Hammerton family, the new Hammerton Brewery was established in 2014 with a tasty set of beers inspired by their Islington surroundings.

Hop Stuff Brewery – Woolwich’s Hop Stuff Brewery are back at the London Brewers’ Market with their popular beers. Having brewed their first beer in October 2013, the brewery has grown from strength to strength on the grounds of the Royal Arsenal. Be sure to pop in for a pint at their pub, The Taproom, based not too far from where their beer is brewed.

Husk Brewery – New to the London Brewers’ Market, Husk are an independent brewery started by avid homebrewers in East London’s Docklands. Focusing on creating beers that are well-balanced and treated with the upmost care and attention, Husk brew and bottle their beers by hand for you to enjoy at Old Spitalfields.

Kew Brewery – The sustainability-minded folks at Kew Brewery brew unfined, natural and flavoursome beers with English malts and hops. They have expanded their range since they took part in London Brewers’ Market last year, and their Kew Green (& Black) was recently named Champion Beer of Ealing Beer Festival.

The London Beer Factory – Founded by brothers Sim and Ed Cotton, The London Beer Factory brews on a bespoke British-built kit in their brewery in South London. Check out their flavoursome brews in their taproom on Saturdays, as well as in many pubs and bars in the capitol. Brewing “beer with character,” their brews are highly recommended at the London Brewers’ Market.

London Brewing Co. – Beginning its life in The Bull in Highgate, London Brewing Co. are now brewing a large range of ales in The Bohemia in North Finchley and have recently expanded to supply places beyond their two North London brewpubs, much to the enjoyment of those elsewhere! See them at their stall for some special summery brews to be enjoyed during this summer edition of London Brewers’ Market!

Meantime Brewing Co. – Nearly synonymous with their Greenwich environs, if not London beer, Meantime began its journey in 2000 and is now well known in the beer world in Britain and beyond. Meantime produces a large range of drinkable brews often found in fine pubs up and down the country, as well as a varying selection of seasonals beers and some rare one-offs.

Mondo Brewing Company – Mondo are based in Battersea and brew a solid and flavourful mix of core and seasonal beers, including their flagship Altbier. Their first brew was launched in May 2015. Visit their Tap House to whet your appetite before or after catching them at the London Brewers’ Market, or enjoy their beers on the bar at one of your local pubs.

ODDLY Beer – Making its London Brewers’ Market debut, ODDLY is a small batch brewery relatively new to the London brewing industry, interpreting classic beer styles that are interesting, entertaining and appealing—and fun to drink! Stop in and welcome them to their first Market and try some brews from this recent addition to the beer world.

One Mile End – One Mile End launched in October 2014 beneath The White Hart Brew Pub, Whitechapel, London. They swiftly established a core range of craft beers whilst simultaneously filling The White Hart’s taps with experimental one-off specials. Earlier this year, they broke ground on a second site in Tottenham with a bigger brew kit, amping up their production and bringing out some beautiful, “slightly off kilter” beer.

Partizan Brewing – Distinctive beers with equally distinctive and eye-catching labels, Partizan have been brewing in a Bermondsey railway arch since the end of 2012. Not ones to really stick to a core range, their artisan agglomeration of beers have been featured on the bar in craft beer hubs the world over, and you can go straight to the source at their brewery tap on most Saturdays–a highly recommended excursion. Look out for their cat, Adina!

Signature Brew – We’re happy to have the fine folks from Signature Brew back on board with us at London Brewers’ Market with their range of sonically-inspired brews—a fine fit alongside our friends at Independent Label Market. Based in Leyton and brewing on the old kit from Hackney pals The Five Points, their award-winning beers have been a fine feature at our Markets and at venues throughout.

Tap East – If you’ve been to the Westfield shopping complex in Stratford and missed out on visiting the brewery bar Tap East, you’re missing the best thing about the place! Tap East have been brewing beer on site since the end of 2011 and showcasing their brews on their own bar and their sister venue The Rake, as well as in other venues. It’s great to have them back at the London Brewers’ Market once again!

Truman’s Beer – Reviving the long-lost name of Truman’s that was established in 1666, Truman’s Black Eagle Brewery reinitiated the iconic name so woven into the fabric of East London. This new chapter began in 2010, and in 2013 the brewery retrieved the original yeast strain from Truman’s as a direct link to the past while moving forward in London’s brewing future in Hackney Wick.

Wild Card Brewery – Walthamstow’s Wild Card Brewery originally began as cuckoo brewers by friends who came from Nottingham, who gypsy-brewing around until they moved to their own site in January 2014. Not only is their brewery tap bar tremendous fun to be in Fridays through Sundays with all sorts of activities and events, their beer is delicious and well-worth seeking at London Brewers’ Market.

Windsor & Eton Brewery – Launched in 2010, Windsor & Eton Brewery have been brewing a wide collection of beautiful award-winning ales and lagers. A founding member of the London Brewers’ Alliance, Windsor & Eton is an incredible brewery that also boasts a father & son brewing dynasty; check out any brews they may have from Uprising Brewery, which showcases Kieran Johnson’s brews.

Make sure you follow our event page on Facebook for more news and updates. We’ll see you next Saturday at London Brewers’ Market!

London Brewers’ Market Beer Event Round-Up

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On the London Brewers’ Market blog, we’re launching a monthly round-up of upcoming and unmissable events for London’s beer drinkers introduced by Rebecca Pate of Brewing East. Given the sheer abundance of tap takeovers, talks and festivals that are announced each week, we’re considering making this a fortnightly feature. Watch this space.

Let’s get straight to the good stuff promised for July 2016:

7th CHURCH OF THE APOCALYPTIC LAWNMOWER: WEIRD BEARD + ANSPACH & HOBDAY COLLAB LAUNCH: Friday, 1 July, 17:00-21:30. The creative minds behind Weird Beard Brew Co. and Anspach & Hobday are launching their collaborative dark cream ale, 7th Church of the Apocalyptic Lawnmower, this Friday evening at Anspach & Hobday’s brewery arch. The new brew will be alongside a selection of beers from Weird Beard as well as Anspach & Hobday, and the lovely folks behind both breweries will be on hand to answer questions about the new beer. Anspach & Hobday, 118 Druid St, London SE1 2HH. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/140015166404917/

CRAFT BEER & CO. SOUR BEER FESTIVAL: Saturday, 2 July, 12:00-23:00. The Craft Beer Co. are throwing a party to celebrate the fifth birthday of their Clerkenwell site. If you’re a fan of the lip-puckering style, they have 20 iterations from breweries across the globe on offer on keg, cask and bottle. The line-up looks pretty solid, including The Kernel Brewery and Partizan Brewing. The Craft Beer Co. Clerkenwell, 82 Leather Lane, EC1N 7TR London. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/1740506372885465/

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FIVE POINTS YARD PARTY: Saturday, 2 July, 13:00-20:00. The Five Points Brewing Company welcome you to join them for their third yard party at their new warehouse site. Their core range will be pouring alongside some specials and hungry patrons will be catered for by Italian-American purveyors Capish! There will be DJs and gelato also available-one flavour even boasting the brewery’s Railway Porter as an ingredient. Come along for good vibes and crowds. The Five Points Brewing Company Warehouse, 61 Mare Street London E8 4RG. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/140015166404917/

BEER MEANS BUSINESS BOOK LAUNCH: Wednesday, 6 July, 19:00-21:00. Csaba Baba has penned a book, Beer Means Business, and invites you to join him at the White Hart brew pub in Whitechapel for its launch. Representatives from Redchurch Brewery and The Five Points Brewing Company will also be in attendance to discuss the topic and the beer industry in general. One Mile End Brewery‘s head brewer, Simon McCabe, will be tempting attendees with their new Kumquat Session IPA to keep the discussion flowing. The White Hart Brew Pub, 1 Mile End Road, London E1 4TP. Free, but reservation necessary. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beer-means-business-book-launch-tickets-26115510194?ref=estw

PRESSURE DROP TAP TAKEOVER & MEET THE BREWER: Thursday, 7 July from 18:00. Pressure Drop has allied with BrewDog Shoreditch as part of their Meet the Brewer season. Details are scarce, but previous events have entailed a showcase of the featured brewery’s range on tap and the chance to pick the brains of the brewers behind the beer. With Pressure Drop involved, you won’t need more reason than that to go. There will be a selection of handmade- non-alcoholic, but delicious nonetheless- sodas from Hackney’s Square Root Soda, too. BrewDog Shoreditch, 51-55 Bethnal Green Rd, London E1 6LA. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/1145813045463351/

ORBIT SUMMER PARTY: Saturday, 9 July, 12:00-22:00. Orbit Beers are hosting a summer party underneath the brewery’s arches in Walworth. Good beer and food will be offered against the background of some serious tunes. They’ll be spinning vinyl throughout the day–revellers are encouraged to bring their own– and pouring beer from their custom-made wooden cask. A brand new special beer from their White Label series will also be on tap: an apricot saison. Orbit Beers, 225 & 228 Fielding St, London SE17 3HD. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/153581428392357/

REDEMPTION BREWING FREE TASTING: Saturday, 9 July, 13:00-17:00. Crouch End has something to crow about with a free tasting of Redemption Brewing Company‘s range at The Bottle Apostle. Redemption recently made the move to a brand new 30 bbl capacity brewery, so this is a good opportunity to familiarise yourself with their beer- you’ll be seeing it everywhere soon enough. Bottle Apostle Crouch End, 49 Park Road, Crouch End, LondonN8 8SY. Free. http://www.bottleapostle.com/event/redemption-brewing

Hackney Summer Fete 2016

LONDON BREWERS’ MARKET AT THE HACKNEY SUMMER FETE: Saturday, 9 July from 12:00 to 19:00. If you can’t wait until the 23 July for the next instalment of the London Brewers’ Market, a smaller selection of independent London breweries will be represented at Hackney Summer Fete. It’s a good warm up for the large scale event only two weeks later. Hackney Summer Fete: St John at Hackney Church, Lower Clapton Rd, London E5 0PD. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/1558405741132184/

HAMMERTON TAP TAKEOVER & ‘50s NIGHT: Thursday, 14 July from 18:00. Islington scions Hammerton Brewery are hosting a tap takeover and 1950s night at BrewDog Shoreditch. Meet the folks behind the reborn Hammerton Brewery, learn about their fascinating history, and try some of their award-winning beer. BrewDog Shoreditch, 51-55 Bethnal Green Road, London E1 6LA. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/238593559842981/

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LONDON BREWERS’ MARKET: Saturday, 23 July, 11:00-18:30. Don’t forget the next London Brewers’ Market at Old Spitalfields Market on the 23 July. Sample some beers from 26 of London’s finest breweries including The Five Points, Fourpure, The London Beer Factory, Partizan Brewing, and Anspach & Hobday, all while enjoying the soundtrack provided by the Independent Record Label Market. Old Spitalfields Market, Horner Square, Spitalfields, London E1 6EW. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/301735496833877/ 

FOURPURE GARDEN PARTY: Saturday, 30 July, 14:00-21:00. The excellent Fourpure Brewing Co. are throwing a garden party with the help of We Brought Beer in Battersea, taking over their garden and taps to bring a range of their core, seasonal and rare beers to guests. Street food will be available from Oh My Dog! and the Fourpure team will be milling about to discuss their beer and ethos. This is the ideal way to familiarise yourself with one of London’s most revered breweries. 78 St. Johns Hill, Battersea SW11 1SP. Free. https://www.webroughtbeer.co.uk/event/fourpure-garden-party/

FOODSTOCK 2016: Saturday & Sunday, 30-31 July from 12:00-20:00 (Saturday) and 12:00-19:00 (Sunday). This brand new event aimed at foodies kicks off in Battersea Park, focusing on local produce, live folk music and including some great beer from Sambrook’s Brewery, who will be serving over 20 craft ales at the bar. Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ. An adult ticket is £2 in advance and can be purchased online. http://enablelc.org/foodstock

Have we missed something? We’re not perfect, so feel free to post any upcoming events featuring London breweries in London in the comments below.

Double Up! TWO London Brewers’ Markets for July

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We are thrilled to be organising TWO London Brewers’ Market events in July, both of which are free entry! After a brilliant time at Field Day, we are keeping the London beer flowing at Hackney Summer Fete and Old Spitalfields Market.

Hackney Summer Fete 2016

Come and see us at Hackney Summer Fete on Saturday, the 9th of July, at St John at Hackney Church. This is a free outdoor event on the lovely grounds of the church located right by Hackney Central. The Fete starts at 12 noon and runs until 7pm, and we’ll have at least six breweries taking part from London in The Paddock behind the Church. There will be activities for all ages in The Village Green, plus lots of local food options in the shadow of the iconic St Augustine’s Tower!

London Brewers’ Market will be back at Old Spitalfields Market on Saturday, the 23rd of July, alongside the Independent Label Market. We are bringing 26 breweries along to share their beer and banter with you all from 11am until 6:30pm in the historic East End market.

The list of breweries for both markets will be available soon. Until then, save the dates and we’ll see you for a beer!

Guest Post: London Brewers’ Market April Review

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Our latest guest posting is from Rebecca Pate, who is a fledging beer writer, craft beer enthusiast and East London dweller. You can follow her on Twitter (@rpate) or say hello at the next beer event-she’s the six foot tall Canadian.

Not even April showers could dampen spirits at the inaugural London Brewers’ Market of 2016.

Held in partnership with the Independent Label Market on the 4 April, Old Spitalfields Market was occupied by 26 independent brewers from across the capital. Attracting a steady stream of pundits for one afternoon, drinkers and breweries came together to exalt great beer. Brewers eagerly showcased a range of styles, representing the innovative spirit behind London’s growing brewing scene.

With such a dizzying selection on offer, it was a defensible act to overlook a stall. It was equally pardonable if- instead of pushing the boat out- you were tempted by an old favourite. The cold, harsh reality is that it was impossible to try everything on offer.

With that acknowledgement of our individual limitations—whether attributable to time or ABVs—I’ve compiled a list of five beers that were proffered at LBM. These are representative of the spectrum of styles currently in demand in the city.

• The Five Points Brewing Company: Vito’s Brown Ale (Now known as Brick Field Brown)
The most recent version of this brown ale was unveiled at LBM. Although it pours an opaque black, its high carbonation and dry finish made it a highly sessionable choice. It delivered warm malty notes with hints of dark chocolate. Deliciously moreish and undoubtedly one to track down again.

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• Hackney Brewery: Kiwi Thunder
A solid IPA with a clout of antipodean flavours. The New Zealand hops gave it aromas of juicy grapefruit, orange peel and other tropical notes- the taste also delivered the same citrusy punch, balanced with light sweetness from the malt. A zesty IPA that’s worth revisiting.

• Rocky Head Brewery: Pale Ale
An American pale ale from a small brewery based in Southfields, this was a flavoursome and balanced pale ale. Golden, unfiltered and using new world hops, this smooth-drinking pint had aromas of citrus and pine. A hint of sweetness from the malt and a clean finish make this a fruity and pleasant choice.

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• One Mile End: Blood Orange Wheat DIPA
With an ABV of 7.4%, this packed a punch. A complex aroma of marmalade, pepper and citrus, this dark golden beer was intensely citrusy at first sip. The bitter hops then kicked in and the alcohol lent a warming finish. It grew on me, but I didn’t dare go back for a second so early in the afternoon.

• Anspach & Hobday: The Sour Dry Hop
A sour/wild ale that was outstanding. It carried an aroma of acidic lemon and followed through with lip-puckering tartness. It finished with a dry crispness and screamed out for an afternoon session in the sun.

This is by far a non-exhaustive list, but it highlights the varied tastes catered for at LBM and across London more generally. It will be fascinating to see what styles prevail at the next LBM-yet to be confirmed-but we hopefully won’t be kept on tenterhooks for too long.

Full Line-up of Brewers Announced for Next LBM

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We have the full list of London breweries taking part in our next London Brewers’ Market at Old Spitalfields Market! Here’s the line-up for Saturday, the 2nd of April:

  1. The Five Points Brewing Company – Not only are The Five Points the brewery behind London Brewers’ Market, they also brew bold, flavourful beer in a railway arch in Hackney. They get their name from the five-way junction their brewery is based near, and have been creating their iconic selection of beers since March 2013. Keep an eye on events at their Mare Street Warehouse, as well as upcoming beer launches this year.
  2. 40FT Brewery – The Dalston-based 40FT launched last year and have been brewing a range of tasty beers in a shipping container, including their refreshing and delicious Larger. Pay a visit to their brewery tap room, which is also a shipping container and open on most Friday evenings and Saturdays. It’s a great place!
  3. Anspach & Hobday – Anspach & Hobday are making fantastic beers taking inspiration from traditional beer styles and newer influences from the craft beer movement. Part of a string of brewers and beer spots in Bermondsey, check out their taproom hours Friday, Saturday and Sunday and see where the magic happens.
  4. Beavertown Brewery – The folks at Beavertown have an incredible reputation for brewing phenomenal beer the world over, and it’s a treat to have them back again at London Brewers’ Market. Keep an eye out for their solid core range as well as exciting seasonals and one-off brews both at the Market and at their taproom, located in their impressive Tottenham brewing premises.
  5. Brick Brewery – One of a good handful of breweries joining us for the first time at the London Brewers’ Market, Brick Brewery have been going since December 2013 in the railway arches beneath Peckham Rye Station. Local Peckhamites and other Southeast Londoners make Brick’s taproom a popular stop on Saturdays for their stupendous array of fine beers.
  6. Bullfinch Brewery – Newly-nestled into their new space in Herne Hill, the folks behind Bullfinch are also newcomers to the London Brewers’ Market. Inspiration for their beers have come from travels around the globe. Their taproom is open Thursdays through Sundays and features 12 taps of Bullfinch brews and periodic guest ales.
  7. Canopy Beer Co. – Also based in Herne Hill, Canopy are creating a stellar array of beers which are perfectly suited for this spring edition of LBM. Pop into their brewery tap which is a short walk from Brockwell Park and enjoy a fine drop of their brews Wednesday through Sunday. Also, be sure to catch them around town at various pop-up events.
  8. Clarkshaws – London’s first microbrewery to produce Vegetarian Society approved brews as well as champions of the best ingredients sourced in Britain, the team at Clarkshaws create contemporary takes on classic British styles. Formerly based in East Dulwich but now located in Brixton, they are part of The Beer Hive cooperative with London Beer Lab.
  9. Earth Ale Brewery – Aspiring to create beverages using seasonal and foraged ingredients to create a fine, fresh collection of beers inspired by food, travel and natural flavours. They brew their beer in Balham with an aim for it to be paired with fine food sharing a similar ethos to their beers.
  10. Fourpure Brewing – Situated in a warehouse in Bermondsey, Fourpure is a family brewery founded in 2013, focusing on beers inspired by adventure and staying true to the four ingredients of brewing–water, malt, hops and yeast. Early adopters of the craft can movement in the UK, you can enjoy their range of seasonal brews as well as their stalwart core beers at their taproom on Saturdays.
  11. Fuller’s – Fuller’s Griffin Brewery in the neighbourhood of Chiswick dates from 1828 and has been brewing ales and lagers throughout over 160 years of London’s epic history. In the age of a brewing revival in The Big Smoke, Fuller’s remains relevant with a considered variety of beers that appeal to Londoners as well as the many people who visit the city.
  12. Gipsy Hill Brewing Company – The masterminds behind Gipsy Hill are focused on brewing “no nonsense, medium-strength beer” which is big on flavour, but not on ABV. Their sessionable beers have been a popular feature of previous London Brewers’ Markets, and their tap house is a great place to visit when you’re in Gipsy Hill.
  13. Hop Stuff Brewery – Woolwich’s Hop Stuff have recently undergone an expansion to keep up with the demand for their superb brews. Having brewed their first beer in October 2013, the brewery has grown from strength to strength on the grounds of the Royal Arsenal. Be sure to pop in for a pint at their pub, The Taproom, based not too far from where their beer is brewed.
  14. Hackney Brewery – Top folks brewing top beers, Hackney Brewery were established in 2011, making them the first registered brewery in the borough of Hackney. Creating a beloved selection of cask ales as well as a seasonal and craft range, Hackney Brewery are a hive of activity in their railway arch near Hoxton Station to supply the bars, pubs and bottle shops who stock their fine brews.
  15. Howling Hops – Originally brewing a dizzying array of beers in the basement of that lovable Hackney fixture, The Cock Tavern, Howling Hops has branched out to Hackney Wick to make their exceptional beers. Their tank bar is the UK’s first dedicated tank bar, delivering beer straight from the fermentation vessels into your glass, so if London Brewer’s Market isn’t enough to satiate your thirst, head there after!
  16. The London Beer Factory – Founded by brothers Ed and Sim Cotton, The London Beer Factory brews on a bespoke British-built kit in their brewery in South London. Check out their flavoursome brews in their taproom on Saturdays–very close to neighbours Gipsy Hill–and be sure to say hello the these friendly folks when you see them at London Brewers’ Market!
  17. London Beer Lab – Calling itself an open source brewery, London Beer Lab will be making its first foray into London Brewers’ Market during our spring session. Having started in 2012, London Beer Lab is a brewery making stellar brews as well as a resource to learn how to brew your own beer featuring courses and workshops based in Loughborough Junction and in Brixton as part of The Beer Hive.
  18. Mondo Brewing Company – Mondo are situated in Battersea and brew a flavourful mix of core and seasonal beers, including their flagship Altbier, since the launch of their first brew in May 2015. Visit their Tap House to whet your appetite before or after catching them at the next London Brewers’ Market, which will be their LBM debut.
  19. One Mile End – Brewing a dynamic range of inventive beers in The White Hart Brewpub in Whitechapel, One Mile End are fine East London fixtures on bars throughout the UK. Launched in October 2014, they are a brewery to watch as their capacity is due to grow this year when they move out from beneath the street and into a large brewery.
  20. Orbit Beers – The magnificent folks from Orbit are a welcome return to London Brewers’ Market. Brewing beer with a nod to high-fidelity tunes and tunemakers, they are based in a rail arch in Walworth, just south of Elephant & Castle and a short walk from Kennington. Keep an eye out for brews from their White Label series along with other rarities as well as their regular releases.
  21. Partizan Brewing – Distinctive beers with equally distinctive and eye-catching labels, Partizan have been brewing in a railway arch in Bermondsey since the end of 2012. Not ones to really stick to a core range, their artisan agglomeration of beers have been featured on the bar in craft beer hubs the world over, and you can go straight to the source of tastyface beers on most Saturdays–a highly recommended excursion.
  22. Rocky Head Brewery – A group of friends got together in 2012 to launch Rocky Head, who have been making small batch vegan-friendly brews on their brewkit in Southfields. Their beers, having taken inspiration from the American microbrewing scene, are stunning and full-flavoured, and not to miss during the next London Brewers’ Market!
  23. Southwark Brewing Company – Joining us at this spring edition of London Brewers’ Market is Southwark Brewing Company and their fine cask ales. Based in Bermondsey on 30 years’ worth of brewing experience, Southwark started up in 2014 and have become a friendly fixture along the popular Bermondsey Beer Mile on Saturdays, along with being open on Friday evenings for an after-work drop.
  24. Three Sods Brewery – Nestled in the cosy confines of Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club, Three Sods Brewery are another newcomer to the London Brewers’ Market. Made up of three friends who have been brewing lovely beers since January 2015, the gang are very much a part of the East London community–donating their spent grain to Stepney City Farm to feed their pigs and chickens.
  25. Truman’s Beer – Reviving the long-lost name of Truman’s (established in 1666!), Truman’s Black Eagle Brewery reestablished the iconic name so woven into the fabric of East London. This new chapter began in 2010, and in 2013 the brewery retrieved the original yeast strain from Truman’s as a direct link to the past while moving forward in London’s brewing future in Hackney Wick.
  26. Wild Card Brewery – Walthamstow’s Wild Card Brewery originally began as cuckoo brewers, gypsy-brewing around until it moved to its own site in January 2014. Not only is their brewery tap bar tremendous fun to be in Fridays through Sundays, their beer is spot-on delicious, so be sure to see them at their stall at London Brewers’ Market.

Be sure to join this great crowd of breweries on Saturday, the 2nd of April, from 11am until 7pm! We’ll be alongside Independent Label Market at Old Spitalfields Market as well, so let’s enjoy a great combination of music and beer!

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London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeovers

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In the run-up to our next London Brewers’ Market on Saturday, the 11th, we are working with some excellent local venues for London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeovers.

The Three Compasses, Dalston

Starting as early as this Wednesday, the 1st of July, expect to see a variety of beers from London’s brewers on the taps at locations around London. So what pubs and bottle shops are taking part in our tap takeovers? Have a look at the map:

Here’s a small selection of what some of the pubs and bottle shops have planned for their tap takeovers of London beer:

  • The Duke’s Head – This fine Highgate institution will be first out the gate for the London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeovers, starting theirs on Wednesday, the 1st of July. Stop in this Wednesday to see Anspach & Hobday for Bottle Club (ticket required) and this Thursday, the 2nd, to see Lee from Hammerton Brewery. If you haven’t been The Duke’s Head yet, the tap takeover will be a brilliant excuse to visit this wonderful pub, and there’s plenty of other events coming up worth your time.
  • The Prince – Stoke Newington’s superb The Prince will be featuring several London breweries on their many taps from Friday, the 3rd, through Saturday, the 11th. Expect breweries such as Beavertown, Redchurch and Camden Town on draught, served alongside some winning food from chef Will Dee.
  • The Hop & Berry – A fine pub already championing London brewers, The Hop & Berry will be holding its London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeover from Saturday, the 4th until the 11th. 12 keg taps and 3 cask taps will be hosting a range of brews from folks such as Orbit Beers, Fourpure, ELB and more.

Holy Cheese Mountain The Cock

  • The Cock Tavern – Stalwart supporters of the London brewing scene and the original home of Howling Hops, The Cock will be rocking the London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeover from Monday, the 6th through Sunday, the 12th of July. Do NOT miss Raw Cheese Power‘s Holy Cheese Mountain appearing on the bar Thursday, the 9th. Unless, of course, you don’t like cheese. But we sure as hell do.
  • Jackdaw & Star – This Homerton gem will be featuring plenty of fine London brewers on their taps from Monday, the 6th, through Sunday, the 12th. Don’t miss out on the fine food from Sugar Shack, and there’s a bourbon tasting on Thursday, the 9th.
  • The Three Compasses – Dalston’s glory, The Three C’s will be supporting several London breweries including local heroes The Five Points and Pressure Drop. Find over half the taps filled with London beer from Wednesday, the 8th, through Saturday, the 11th.
  • The Crown and Shuttle – One of the closest pubs to Old Spitalfields Market, The Crown and Shuttle make a great place to head to after the London Brewers’ Market shuts at 7pm (or the first start of your London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeover pub crawl…). But don’t miss stopping into this pub earlier in the week, as they’ll be running the tap takeover from Wednesday, the 8th of July through the Saturday.
  • The Royal Albert – This charming New Cross pub will also be hosting its tap takeover from Wednesday, the 8th, and you’ll find London brews on through the 12th, making it a great place for your post-market Sunday lunch. They will be focusing on South London brewers, so check in to find some truly local offerings.

The White Hart Brew Pub

  • The White Hart Brew Pub – Also not far from Old Spitalfields Market, The White Hart is home to One Mile End, who will be at the market on Saturday, the 11th. You can try their fantastic range of beers early, alongside other local brewers, from Wednesday the 8th through Sunday, the 12th.
  • The Beer Boutique – The Beer Boutique will feature London brewers on their kegerator from Friday, the 10th of July through Saturday, the 12th. Fill up a flagon or growler from Beavertown or Kernel here.
  • Hops & Glory – Islington’s home of Solvay Society who brew beneath the pub, Hops & Glory will be continuing its reputation for great beer with a London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeover from Friday, the 10th through Sunday, the 12th, so stop in for some super cosy vibes.
  • BrewDog Shoreditch – Close to Old Spitalfields, BrewDog Shoreditch will be hosting its London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeover on Saturday and Sunday, the 11th and 12th of July. Stop in after London Brewers’ Market and taste all the beers you might have missed at Old Spitalfields.

There’s more venues taking part, including The Craft Beer Co. in Islington, The Kings Arms in Bethnal Green and Clapton Craft in glorious Clapton featuring London beer on the bar or through their growler fills. We’ll be updating the Tap Takeover page with their information soon!

Meanwhile, if you run a pub, bar or bottle shop and would like to take part in a London Brewers’ Market Tap Takeover before (or even a wee bit after) the London Brewers’ Market on Saturday, the 11th of July, there’s still time to get involved! Get in touch with Doreen and she’ll send across the details.

London Brewers’ Market is back on Saturday, the 11th of July!

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London Brewers' Market 11 July

London Brewers’ Market is back at Old Spitalfields Market with the Independent Label Market on Saturday, the 11th of July!

We will be with over 20 breweries from London who will be representing the best of the city’s brewing scene. There is no entry fee, so just rock up from 11am until 7pm and enjoy the best of the brews this city has to offer.

Further details and the line-up of brewers, will be announced soon. In the meantime, save the date and RSVP on Facebook to keep up to date of the latest news and brews!

Guest Post from Will Hawkes: Why Small Breweries Matter

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Will Hawkes is a freelance journalist and the organiser of London Beer City (@londonbeercity), a week-long celebration of good beer from London and further afield. He’s also the author of Craft Beer London (@craftbeerlondon), a guide to the city’s best pubs, bars and breweries. You can follow him on Twitter at @Will_Hawkes.

It’s hard to avoid the heritage of brewing in this city. A 10-minute stroll from Spitalfields will take you past a number of pubs lavishly decorated in Trumans’ colours, while in other parts of London you can easily spot adverts, pub signs and related, faded ephemera devoted to breweries long-gone and recently-departed. Until the last few years, it must be said, this constant reminder of past glories was rather dispiriting, but things have changed. London’s brewing tradition has been revived – and in some style, too.

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But while it’s tempting to draw a direct link between that tradition and what’s happening now, it wouldn’t be entirely honest. Much of the current impetus comes from across the Atlantic rather than the past: plenty of stouts and porters are being brewed, but hoppy pale ales in the American style are a lot more popular. One of the most well-known of the new generation of London brewers told me recently that 75 to 80 per cent of the beer he sells is pale and hoppy.

And there’s another important difference with that 18th/19th century heyday, too. This new movement is not about great brewing families. Ordinary Londoners now are probably more entrepreneurial than at any time in this city’s history. You may have heard about the ‘Flat White Economy’, a term which describes the recent rush of new media, internet and creative businesses in East London, which are soon to be powering the British economy. I think London’s brewing revival, with its creativity and focus on flavour, fits into that bracket.

The beauty of all this, of course, is that its about relatively ordinary people taking things into their own hands. Not just brewers but bakers, cheese makers and distillers, too. Today’s fashion is for the small-batch, homespun, craft product. The humbler the origins, the smaller the producer, the better.

It’s easy to be cynical about this, but consider the alternative. I’ve heard plenty of people say that they don’t care who makes their beer as long as it tastes good. On the most basic level, that’s hard to criticise: but given the context of the past 50 years, during which huge brewing concerns did their best to wipe out smaller rivals and produce beer so inoffensive it became an offense against beer, it seems a little naive. Beer drinkers need small producers, who have the agility and courage to produce more interesting, flavoursome beer than their bigger rivals. When it comes to beer, small really is beautiful.