Treasures of the north west
In this issue Dominic Roskrow looks at the family brewers of Manchester as well as Lancashire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside
October 2007, Issue 14, page 34
Beers of the World Issue 14
The brewers of Oz - Heineken behind the scenes - Brussels Beer Guide - Chinese Food - Experimental Brews - Wheat Beers - Thwaites - Michael Jackson tribute - Beer Styles.
Published October 2007.
Joseph Holt 1849
75A smooth and full-flavoured, predominantly malty bitter with excellent balance.
Joseph Holt Fifth Sense
73A powerful beer giving the impression of being just a bit too strong for its flavours to be fully appreciated.
Joseph Holt Humdinger
73A quaffing beer that, thankfully, is not too much in thrall to its honey content.
Joseph Holt Manchester
75Full flavoured for the strength, but perhaps a touch too astringent in the finish. A Lowry scene features on the label.
Joseph Holt Manchester Brown Ale
70Disappointing: the dryness and lack of body detract
from the malt and hop flavours, and it all tastes rather tired. I didn't enjoy it as much as the last time I
drank it, just over a year ago.
Joseph Holt Pioneer
75Gloriously hoppy in the Holt style, this bottle-conditioned beer features Pioneer hops.