Beers and Ciders

Named for the founder of one of our favourite Independent record labels – 4AD. A man who’s name also inspired the opening track (Ivo) from 4AD band Cocteau Twins’ third album – Treasure. Lovely golden colour with tropical guava, peach, pine and light citrus on the nose & the palate. Intensely hoppy, with oats for a smooth mouthfeel, & a dry bitter finish. Best enjoyed fresh.

Named for Christa Päffgen under her singing alias Nico. Nico hailed from Cologne, the city of Kölsch, an obergäriges (top-fermented) lagerbier. Pours pale golden. Fragrant herbal hop aroma with lemon citrus and green apple notes. Light on the palate, a touch of bready maltiness, with more assertive hop character. The crisp bitterness makes it eminently drinkable. Look for the pear drop notes from the distinctive Kölsch yeast.

Named for a DJ with one of the most eclectic musical palates in the game. A low strength beer in homage to his famous live studio recording sessions played out regularly on his radio show, and still enjoyed by BBC 6 Music listeners to this day. Deep gold in colour and intensely hoppy, with banana, clove, bubblegum and spicy black pepper from the Belgian yeast strains and citrus & lime notes from NZ hop Motueka. It’s low abv., sturdy bitterness, effervescent body and dry finish make Peel a great pairing beer. Try it with spicy foods & fish dishes or as part of a session!