Ridgeway Bitter

Amber in colour with a balanced mix of gentle malt and firm, earthy hops, this sticks to familiar bitter territory - and does it well. Bottle conditioning brings a softer texture and a touch more depth, while English hops add a clean, dry finish. It's also classed as very low gluten, making it a sensible option for most who need to avoid it. A well-made, no-nonsense bitter that gets straight to the point.

Ridgeway Brewing has been flying the flag for classic English beer since 2002, with founder Peter Scholey at the helm. Best known for their traditional IPAs, Bitters and ESBs, Ridgeway's beers strike a balance between heritage and the tastes of today - what they call cutting edge tradition. Now under the wing of Crafty Brewing of Dunsfold, that philosophy looks set to flourish. The two breweries share a respect for slow-brewed, characterful ales, and their partnership promises to carry Ridgeway's legacy forward - not by reinventing the wheel, but by giving it a fresh spin for the next generation of drinkers.