LBF 2026 - Beer and Cider list

We’ve carefully selected a cracking line-up of real ales, craft brews, and refreshing local ciders for you to enjoy throughout the weekend. From golden ales to rich stouts and fruity blends to traditional scrumpies, there’s something to please every palate.

Please note: all selections are subject to change depending on availability — but rest assured, there’ll always be something delicious waiting at the bar! Here’s a taste of what you can expect at the Yeo Valley Lions Beer and Cider Festival 2025!

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Lighter Man Session Ale 3.4%

Light copper coloured bitter with subtle malt sweetness and delicate hop notes. Character and body beyond is low abv. A great quaffing ale.

Avocet Organic Pale Ale 3.9%

Devon's organic ale. Light straw in colour with light hoppy & toffee aroma. Mild fuit, vanilla & light citrus taste.

Hedge Monkey Best Bitter 4.6%

A deep bronze ale with a full-bodied and well-rounded bitterness complemented by its devilishly malty and hoppy flavour.

Lady of the Lake Golden Bitter 4.2%

This particular bitter exudes an aura of mystery and enchantment. A subtle infusion of caramel, malty and fruity notes, and aromatic vanilla essence characterises its flavour profile. Lady of the Lake is sure to please a wide range of palates.

Classic IPA 4.8%

This IPA pays tribute he best UK hops that ever existed, East Kent Goldings & Godiva.

A huge array of flavours and aroma of earthy hops and gentle spice mixed with a soft caramel and toasted biscuit flavour, backed up with a floral and slight orange hop flavour makes this beer a true classic!

British Pale Ale - 4.4% Pale

This is a modern pale ale brewed with exclusively British ingredients. Aromas of stone fruit, citrus, pine, black currant and orange. Medium body, fruity flavour balanced by biscuity marris otter pale malts, and a balanced bitter finish.

Blonde Ale - 4%

Hopped with Godiva, Admiral and Mystic hops this ultra sessionable blonde is bursting with stone fruit flavours, backed with a suttle bitterness.

UNSUITABLE FOR VEGANS

Mully Grubber Dark Amber

4.0%

A fantastic dark amber Ale. Dry hopped with Nectaron and Citra. Expect loads of citrus and tropical fruit notesfrom this kicked of a beer

Spun Gold - Golden Ale 4.5%

A beautiful golden ale brewed with just one single malt (maris otter) and late hopped with Perle and Willamette. Another fantastic smooth tasting beer.

Wills Neck Golden Bitter 4.3%

This beer forms part of our roots as a brewery and is still brewed to its original recipe. A much loved award winning classic QB recipe is named after the highest point on the Quantock Hills, overlooking the Bristol Channel. A bright golden ale with a firm bitterness and a notable hop aroma.

Glimmer of Summer Session Pale 4.3%

As the sun lingers a little longer, this bright and breezy pale ale captures the essence of summer in a glass. Brewed with Cashmere and Nelson Sauvin hops, expect soft waves of white grape, gooseberry and citrus, layered with hints of melon and tropical fruit on the breeze. Light, refreshing, and full of easygoing charm, it’s the perfect pint for lazy afternoons and golden evenings.

QPA Session Ale 4.%

This beer is where our modern journey began and QPA is now our most popular beer; enjoyed & adored by a growing fan base. It’s also our most decorated beer, massing many awards. This super sessionable pale ale hosts a classic pale base with a late hopping schedule in the kettle, whirlpool and cold side, to add two huge American house favourites for enormous citrus flavours and aromas

Dull Pale Ale 3.9%

This is a new Ale and as yet has no published tasting notes

Rare Breed - Pale Ale 3.8%

Rare Breed is the result of Adam Henson’s dedication to sustainable farming and a passion for characterful, artisanal beer

Using the finest Maris Otter malting barley and aromatic Fuggles hops, delicious, fruity Cascade and Amarillo hops and, of course, purest Mendip Spring Water, Rare Breed is a distinctive, clean tasting pale ale with a smooth, citrus twist. A bold, standout beer that’s one of a kind.

Lumen - Extra Light Pale Ale 4.2%

This is a 4.2% Extra Light Pale Ale, which is absolutely perfect for the summer months. Super light and hop forward with oodles of juicy tropical notes, this beer is a great entry point for those on their voyage of cask discovery or those who are seasoned ale drinkers, but looking for a beer to match the warmer season ahead.

Another great example of beer expressed in its freshest form - naturally conditioned, softer carbonation and brighter flavour.

Independence Pale Ale 4.6%

The best of American hops built on a solid malt platform. Double dry - hopped to max out those US hops in every sip.

Escape - Australian Eclipse IPA 5%

We're heading back to Australia for a deep dive single hop brew, All.Eclipse.No.Filler, lets ride.

A single hop pint allows you to get the full hop experience, and Eclipse could be one of the all-time single hop champions. Bringing classic Aussie floral and tropical fruit with a bonus press of signature pine and stonefruit depth.

Pouring uber pale allowing Ecplise to fly.

Single hop power.

Low Rider U.S. Session IPA 3.9%

Extra pale and brewed at session strength. Featuring two leading U.S hops - CITRA & AMARILLO.

An all-time cask session dream with big citrus and super smooth Maris Otter malt base.

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Get ready to explore a handpicked range of crisp, refreshing, and wonderfully quirky ciders at this year’s Yeo Valley Lions Beer and Cider Festival! From traditional Somerset scrumpies to fruity blends and sparkling modern favourites, we’re bringing together a cider list that celebrates the best of local craft and bold flavour. Whether you like it sweet, dry, or something in between, there’ll be plenty to tickle your taste buds. Ciders listed are subject to change depending on availability — but there’ll always be a top-notch pint waiting for you!

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Stans's Big Apple 5.0%

Stan’s Big Apple is a medium-dry, still cider. The juice from this blend of bittersweet Redstreak, Tremlett’s Bitter and Dabinett apples is allowed to mellow and mature. The result is a full-flavoured traditional Somerset cider, with a hint of spice.

Stan's Trad 6.0%

Stan’s Trad is dry and naturally hazy. We blend classic bittersweet apples like Tremlett’s Bitter and Dabinett and let them mellow and mature. The result is a full-flavoured traditional Somerset cider.

Stan's Cheddar Valley 6.0%

Stan’s Cheddar Valley is a robust medium dry cloudy cider. The blend of full-bodied Dabinett and Tremlett’s Bitter, classic west country cider making varieties, produce a still, rich farmhouse-style drink.

Cherries & Berries 4%

Crafted with the most sublime cherries & berries, this mouth watering cider is sweet with soft underlying berry flavour and bold cherry notes

Mango Cider 4%

An aromatic, sweet cider expertly blended with exotic mango to create mouth watering tropical flavour. Perfect for late summertime!

Bee Sting Perry 6.8%

Award winning sparkling, medium sweet Perry. Oozing with striking flavours with a subtle pear aroma

Piña Colada

Pineapple, rum and coconut are all blended with crisp Somerset cider.

Escape with this smooth, sweet and summery delight.

More Than Just Beer & Cider
Not a beer or cider fan? No problem! This year’s festival also features a fully stocked wine and canned cocktail bar, serving up a variety of pre-made cocktails and wines. Plus we’ll have a range of other drinks available including, soft drinks, and non-alcoholic options — so everyone can raise a glass and enjoy the weekend in style! see LINK below

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