Explorer

Brewery: Adnams

Brewer's Description: "Adnams Explorer captures the spirit of discovery by blending Chinook and Columbus hops from the New World. Brewed on the Suffolk coast, with hops from another East Coast. Adnams Explorer is a light, refreshing blonde beer, suffused with the aromas of a grapefruit grove. The citrus attack will burst on your palate. Fantastic served chilled."

Alc: 5.0% vol

Overall Rating: 9/10

Uniqueness: 5/10

Refreshing? 10/10

Should you try it? Yes! This beer is fantastic. Hoppy, refreshing, everything you could ask for in a blonde (beer, that is). Fairly strong, at 5%, and you can taste this in an entirely good way.

This is exactly my kind of beer, and even if it's not yours, it's one of the best of its kind, so try it anyway - you won't regret it!

(Incidentally, if you would like to try this beer in its natural Suffolk habitat, I would emphatically recommend The Anchor at Walberswick. This place is truly fantastic, great selection of beers, wonderful food, and true hospitality. It also happens to be a five minute walk from a sandy, unspoilt beach. Can't beat it. One word or warning though - consider booking a local hotel, as you will want to try more beers here than you are able to drive home on!)