The Hollybush only serves cask conditional ales of which there will always be a representation of Brains Brewery of Cardiff who are our selected regional brewery partner onlong side Timothy Taylor Landlord .
 

Each month we always feature a guest ale which will be chosen for its rationality and individual taste.
If you want to suggest a guest ale please contact us 

BRAINS BITTER

PRODUCT DETAILS
ABV 3.7% Cask sizes 9's, 18's and 36's Take home 440ml can
TASTING NOTE
Brewed with a carefully blended choice of malts, Fuggles and Goldings hops together with Brains' own strain of yeast. Golden amber in colour, this beer has an initial sweet-malt flavour followed by the characteristic Brains well-hopped finish.
BACKGROUND
Traditionally known as 'light' (because it wasn't 'Dark') Brains Bitter was developed over the years to provide a refreshing yet satisfying pint for the people of Cardiff and the Valleys of South Wales and has become Brains' best-selling beer. A regular winner of Brewery Industry International Awards.

REVEREND JAMES

PRODUCT DETAILS
ABV 4.5% Cask size 9
TASTING NOTES
Full bodied and warming, rich in palate, spicy and aromatic with a deeply satisfying finish. This premium ale has been described as having a "classic" flavour not commonly available these days.
BACKGROUND
The roots of Buckleys Brewery trace back to 1767, where, under the ownership of Henry Child, a prominent Methodist, the company began to brew beer in Llanelli. The Reverend James Buckley later took on the serious development of the brewery after his marriage to Child's daughter, Maria. The Rev. James is named after the founder of Buckleys Brewery. A traditional centuries old recipe is followed to brew this premium ale, now proving to be a highly desirable 'guest' throughout the UK.
 

TIMOTHY TAYLOR LANDLORD

A Classic Strong Pale Ale, Landlord has won more awards nationally than any other beer: This includes four times as Champion at the Brewers' International Exhibition and four times as CAMRA’s beer of the year. Refreshingly reliable, nationaly renowned, this full drinking Pale Ale with a complex and hoppy aroma has real "Pulling Power" and stands out in any bar as the ideal regular.
4.3% ABV

HOBGOBLIN

Traditionally Crafted Legendary Ruby Beer Hobgoblin is strong in roasted malt with a moderate hoppy bitterness and slight fruity character that lasts through to the end.The ruby red coloured Hobgoblin is full-bodied and has a delicious chocolate toffee malt flavour balanced with a rounded moderate bitterness and an overall fruity character.

SPITFIRE

A B V: Cask - 4.5%, Bottle - 4.5% Description: Originally produced in 1990 as a Battle Of Britain commemorative brew, Spitfire is now a permanent feature on the Shepherd Neame cask conditioned ale portfolio. Spitfire Premium Bitter has a full malt and hop flavour with a well balanced and lasting aftertaste. Amongst the most highly regarded cask conditioned ales in the country, Spitfire was awarded the coveted Gold Medal at the prestigious International Brewing Industry Awards.

BISHOPS FINGER

A B V: Cask - 5.0%, Bottle - 5.4% Description: A strong premium cask conditioned ale brewed to a traditional Kentish recipe. Only the finest malted barley, Kent hops and fresh water from Shepherd Neame's own artesian well are used in the production of one of Britain's best loved ales. Full bodied with complex fruit flavours, Bishops Finger is exported to more than 30 countries worldwide, and has previously been awarded Silver Medal at the International Brewing Industry Awards.

MASTER BREW

A B V: Cask - 3.7% , Bottle - 4.0% Description: A very distinctive bitter, mid brown in colour, with a very hoppy aroma. Well balanced with a wonderfully aggressive bitter taste, tinged with sweetness. Master Brew is brewed using only the finest Kentish barley and hops and is the best selling cask conditioned ale brewed in Kent.

Early Bird, Spring Hop Ale

A B V: 4.3% Description: Early Bird Spring Hop Ale is brewed using a single hop variety, from which the beer takes its name. It is light in colour with a distinctive and full bodied hop flavour, a characteristic of Kentish ales, balanced with light malt. Available February to May inclusive.

Goldings, Summer Hop Ale

A B V: 4.7% Description: Goldings Summer Hop Ale is a light flavoured bitter made with Kentish malt and fresh Goldings hops. Taken from fields within 5 miles of the Shepherd Neame Brewery in Faversham, it is this particular growth of Goldings hop that give the beer its powerfully floral and scented aroma and biscuity taste. Available from June to August inclusive.

Late Red, Autumn Hop Ale

A B V: 4.5% Description: Late Red is a complex and richly flavoured Autumn Hop Ale, produced according to the finest traditions of the Master Brewer. Slightly Red in colour, this fine premium ale is a perfect balance between rich, dark malt flavours and a strong and robust hoppiness. Available from September to November inclusive.

Abbot Ale

the initial taste is of rich, ripe fruit, which is balanced with deep, malty undertones. Finally the hops, masses of them, come bursting through.
Full bodied and mature (5 % ABV) rich in malt and ripe fruit, superb hop balance, intense bittersweet finish.

Adnams Broadside

Broadside's rich flavours make it an instant hit with lovers of premium cask bitter.
I taste almonds, zest and conserved fruit! Mmmmm! I sense a wonderful balance of malt and hop flavours. Broadside is a pint to savour like a fine wine! Gorgeous.

Black Sheep Best Bitter 3.8% ABV

Our best bitter is already established as a firm favourite in pubs across the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. A well-hopped, light golden session bitter with a distinctive dry, refreshing taste enjoyed through a rich, creamy head.

Black Sheep Ale 4.4% ABV

A full flavoured ale with a rich fruit nose brewed with many generous handfuls of choice Golding hops giving a bittersweet malty taste, followed by an uncompromisingly long, dry and bitter finish.

Emmerdale 4.2% ABV

Distinctive balance between the flavours of fruity Golding variety hops, Maris Otter malted barley and demerara sugar. Strong and refreshingly long, dry and bitter finish.

Riggwelter 5.9% ABV (Bottle 5.7%)

Riggwelter: from the Old Norse: rygg - shoulder and velte - to overturn. When a sheep is on its back and cannot get up without help, local dales dialect says its's rigged or riggwelted. A deep chestnut brown full-bodied beer with a rich near-white head and the aroma of fresh roasted coffee. A wonderfully complex palate with hints of coffee, bananas and liquorice leading to a classic Goldings hop finish.

Badgers First Gold

Imagine acres of low growing hedgerows more reminiscent of a vineyard, where the First Gold hop develops its traditional English character and flavour. Lauded for its well balanced bitterness, with hints of orange and spice, First Gold gives this classic Badger ale its clean, fresh distinctive taste. 4.0% ABV

Badgers Best

A traditional country ale craft brewed using only a mixture of Premium English Ale Malt and coloured malt. No sugar or colour extracts are used. Our brewing experts have truely balanced the flavours to give a well hopped session ale.

Badgers Tangle Foot

A deceptively strong ale but light in colour. Fruity notes are balanced with a smooth hoppiness and biscuity flavour. Full bodied with a slightly spicy finish. Draught: (5.1%ABV)

Badgers Champion

The light, refreshing character of our award-winning golden ale is distinguished by its subtle elderflower aroma, reminiscent of a summer's evening. Champion is particularly rewarding when served chilled.

Badgers Blandford Fly

A light coloured medium bodied ale with a low bitterness and a subtle spicy ginger character that gives warmth to drink even when served chilled.

Badgers Golden Glory

An award-winning 4.5% ABV premium ale, well balanced with distinctive bitterness and a delicate floral peach and melon aroma.

Fursty Ferret

A well balanced, crisp premium ale with a malty palate and noticeable hoppy aroma. 4.4% ABV.

King and Barnes Old Ale

Is a 4.5% full bodied luscious, strong, dark beer brewed with a high proportion of chocolate Malt to give a dark appearance and a fullness of flavour. A beer that makes winters something to look forward to.

King and Barnes Sussex Bitter

Is a 3.5% ABV cask beer and has been brewed from the time King and Barnes Brewery records began. It is typical Country Bitter, clean tasting hoppy without being over bitter. Sussex Bitter is the most popular King and Barnes beer.

King and Barnes Mild

Is a 3.5% characteristic dark Mild, yet with a gentle hint of hoppiness but not bitterness. The beer can be sweet when served fresh.

London Pride

(4.1% ABV)
A well-known and well-loved classic premium ale. Rich and smooth, London Pride has a good malty base with an excellent blend of hop character, resulting in a easy drinking beer with great body and a fruity, satisfying finish. Great with most savoury dishes – try it with a Ploughman’s lunch.

ESB

(5.5% ABV), bottles and cans (5.9% ABV)
Winner of many awards around the world, including three times Champion Beer of Britain. This famous strong ale is deep red colour, with a powerful malt base complemented by a full array of hop flavours in perfect balance. A fine accompaniment to many foods, especially meat dishes and mature cheeses.

Discovery

Available in cask (3.9% ABV) and bottles (4.2% ABV)
Brewed using a unique blend of malted barley and wheat for a delicious malty taste bursting with rich, biscuity flavours. Liberty hops are added for a distinctive zesty character and fruity bite, whilst Saaz hops add a gentle bitter taste for a clean, refreshing finish. Its light, refreshing character makes it a perfect accompaniment to many foods.

Chiswick Bitter

Available in cask (3.5% ABV)
Golden brown in colour, Chiswick Bitter is a light and refreshing beer with biscuity malt and crisp hop flavours. Extra hops are added to the cask to give a wonderfully distinctive hoppy aroma and a lasting bitterness in the finish. The light nature of this beer makes it wonderful accompaniment to lunchtime dishes.

Organic Honey Dew

Available in bottles and keg (5.0% ABV)
An award winning, refreshing, golden beer bursting with subtle honey flavours. Brewed using organic English malts and the finest organic honey; it has a sweet, mellow, rounded character, with a delicious zesty edge from the English organic hops. Best served chilled, Honey Dew is perfect with lighter dishes such as pasta and fish.

Gales HSB

Available in cans and cask (4.8% ABV)
A popular and distinctive premium beer; HSB is brewed with the finest malt and hops for a well-balanced character. A hint of Dundee cake on the nose leads to a rich, fruity taste and a silky smooth finish.

Wye Valley Bitter (ABV 3.7%)

Brewed with local Goldings, this chestnut coloured ale has a delicate hoppy nose and clean bitter finish.
HPA (ABV 4.0%)
A very pale straw coloured brew striking a good balance between malt and hops. A distinctive aroma from the Styrian Goldings.

Dorothy Goodbody’s Golden Ale (ABV 4.2%)

A light, gold coloured ale with juicy pale crystal malt sweetness and a crisp bitterness. A fine aroma throughout from the classic English hop varieties used.

Butty Bach (ABV 4.5%)

A burnished gold coloured premium ale. Full bodied, smooth and balanced.

Dorothy Goodbody’s Wholesome Stout

(ABV 4.6% Available October - March)
A classic Stout with strong roast grain flavours and a lingering moreish bitterness.