Shepherd Neame's "Goldings"

Light, golden floral beer which is not as hoppy as the average summer ale.

Wells "Directors"

Sweet trusty one.

Botanist's "Humulus Lupulus"

Having just seen the hop in Kew Gardens, it was great to try this slightly fruity offering from a local brewer.

Rose and Crown

Pub-on-the-green with a spacious terrace and a choice of ales, though mine was well short of the rim.

Red Squirrel's "Jack Black IPA"

Very tasty malty ale.

Bath Ales' "Summer's Hare"

Light and hoppy seasonal ale.

The Swan, WC1N

A Taylor-Walker pub that unfailingly has an ale I've not tried before. Seats outside on a pedestrianised space.