The Harp was reliable as always and had some top pints there including Fyne Highlander (floral ),Dark Star Smoked Porter (rich) and Dark Star Old Chestnut (smooth) but BOTW goes to Mighty Oak Venom,one of their monthly specials with the usual snake reference ,a beautiful stout with a hint of honey yet a hoppy finish served in The Old Cross Tavern ,Hertford.

Mighty Oak are now pushing into the category of outstanding brewers as far as I am concerned ,I have enjoyed some wonderful brews from them this year.

Pushing through Warwickshire next week,I will need some warming ale.