Stone's "Black Ale"

Lovely dark American black brewed in Sussex for Wetherspoon's festival.

Hackney Brewery's "American Pale Ale"

Touch of spice to East London.

Three Crowns, N1

Fantastically refurbished pub with very good range of ales and beers.

Thwaites' "Crafty Devil"

Nice ruby session beer.

Wells' "Golden Cauldron"

Thin ale.

Redemption's "Fellowship"

Lovely coffee porter.

Botanist's "Chocolat"

Smooth, mild chocolate.

Redemption's "Big Chief"

Autumny IPA in which malts dominate.

Union Tavern, WC1X

An apparent emphasis on food in this attractive King's Cross pub, which has a couple of decent ales.

William Bros Brewing's "Hipsway"

Aromatic lager.

Maxim's "American Pride IPA"

Dry amber ale with a spicy aftertaste.