BEER REVIEW: 405

BREWER: Jiddler’s Tipple, North London, England

STYLE: Pale Ale

ABV: 5.2%

VESSEL: 440ml tin

DATE OF POST: 11th July 2025

 

JYMI SAY’S…

First up, what a fantastic name for a beer! Ultimately it doesn’t quite live up to it but hey, it’s still a great name!

Let’s start with the positives…

Big Day is a very drinkable brew with faint lime undertones, a medium body and a very pleasant mouthfeel. It’s the kind of beer that flies down. The mouthfeel is one of almost coconut milk and because of this I swear I was picking up VERY faint notes of coconut in the flavour too!

When it comes to the negatives, I’m not too sure about the tin art. It’s vintage shirt print, which is synonymous with this brewery, though quite cool just doesn’t quite do it for me.

The head on pour was also disappointing, making what is ultimately a good beer look particularly uninviting.

To conclude, Big Day is a pretty tasty brew but no more than that. And coming with its heavyweight name, one that points to grandeur and occasion, I was left kinda wanting.

Jymi’s Rating: 67%

 

SAMMY SAY’S…

Big Day Pale Ale sits outside Jiddler’s Tipple’s core range due to its ABV exceeding 3.8%. The packaging is neutral—not particularly eye-catching, but not off-putting either. 

While there’s a lot of information on the can, much of it is generic to the brewery rather than specific to this beer.

In terms of the drinking experience, it’s a pleasant, easy-going pale ale. The nose is solid, offering fresh and inviting aromas. The mouthfeel is good, making it a smooth and approachable drink. 

On the palate, there’s a well-balanced combination of lime and grassy notes, with a hint of sweet tea. While it doesn’t deliver much complexity, the flavours work well together, culminating in a refreshing, lightly bitter finish.

Overall, this is a decent beer—nothing exceptional, but enjoyable for those looking for a straightforward and easy-drinking pale ale.

Sammy’s Rating: 70%

 

MUSE ON BOOZE RATING: 68.5%

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