BEER REVIEW: 395

BREWER: Cheddar Ales, Somerset, England

STYLE: Golden Ale

ABV: 4.3%

VESSEL: 500ml brown bottle

DATE OF POST: 2nd May 2025

 

JYMI SAY’S…

I started off writing this review going down the road of an elaborate story about Potholing, the fairly mental recreational pastime of exploring wild cave systems. Not for the claustrophobic. The further I got into the story, the deeper we got into the cave, the tighter the cave became. It was at this point that I realised that my palms were sweating so much that my laptop was beginning to malfunction.

So, I’ve aborted the Potholing story angle and have now decided to go to the total opposite end of the reviewing spectrum…

Yep, I’m literally going to type out the notes that I made in my notebook about today’s Golden Ale, Potholer. It tells you all you need to know.

Lovely bright orange nose.

Tiny notes of spice.

Fruity, sharp, mild bitterness.

Great dryness in the middle and then again in the very late aftertaste.

Awesome session beer.

Great name.

Incredible amount of info on the label.

 

That’s it, great beer!

See you next weekend folks!

Jymi’s Rating: 80%

 

SAMMY SAY’S…

Simply gorge-ous—and yes, that’s a Cheddar Gorge nod (and one that the creatives beat me to)! Potholer is a well-crafted brew that stays true to its roots, both in name and theme. The packaging is spot on, tying into the rugged beauty of its origin with earthy, natural colours that complement the beer’s character.

Potholer a lively pop upon opening—maybe just my bottle, but it certainly added some excitement. On the nose, you’re hit with a fresh burst of orange zest and grassy notes, which set up the sip nicely. It’s bright, inviting, and well-balanced.

The light orangey taste carries through beautifully, offering a crisp and refreshing experience. It’s a smooth ride through most of the sip, though it does taper off a little towards the end. That said, the rounded flavours and clean finish make it a strong offering overall.

Potholer is a beer that delivers on its theme—from the name to the taste, everything flows together as naturally as water carving through limestone. It’s a definite winner and a brew worth returning to. Whether you’re exploring deep gorges or just unwinding, this one’s a solid choice.

Sammy’s Rating: 85%

 

MUSE ON BOOZE RATING: 82.5%

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