Craft Beer Drop @ The Independent (27th March)
This Week’s can Drop: Spring Arrivals @ the Independent
What a glorious day it’s been. The sun is shining, the air is warming up, and it’s safe to say that spring has well and truly arrived. With the change of seasons comes a fresh wave of incredible new beers, just in time for the weekend. Whether you’re looking for something crisp and refreshing to enjoy in the sunshine or a bold, complex brew to savour, this week’s lineup has something for everyone.
Here’s a glimpse at some of the standout releases now available in the taproom and online. As always, there’s plenty more to explore, so be sure to check out the full range.
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New Arrivals This Week
From Fidens Brewing (Albany, USA):
Fidens is a name that needs little introduction in the world of modern IPAs, and this week’s releases reaffirm why.
Blueprint – 7.5% NEIPA – A beautifully balanced New England IPA brewed with Rakau, Citra, and Motueka. Expect waves of tropical fruit, stone fruit, and a soft, pillowy body.
Evolution – 5.2% NEIPA – Brewed with Nelson Sauvin hops, this beer pays homage to the evolution of the Fidens brewery while delivering a bright, aromatic hop profile.
From Lost and Grounded Brewers (Bristol):
Amplify Your Sound – 5.2% Black Lager – A dark and roasty take on the classic lager style, with deep malt character and a crisp, clean finish.
From Beak Brewery (Lewes):
Beak continues to push boundaries with their latest releases in the Fields series.
Fields #1 – 5% DDH Pale – Showcasing a single lot of Citra, paired with an extraordinarily expressive batch of Mosaic. Expect a juicy, citrus-forward profile with a resinous backbone.
Fields #2 – 6.5% DDH Pale – A single lot of Mosaic with a touch of new season Idaho 7, bringing tropical, piney notes with a hint of dankness.
From Burning Sky (Firle):
A few favourites return alongside something new.
Dreams Are Free & Embrace – These two disappeared fast last time, and for good reason. If you missed them, now’s your chance.
Easy Answers – 6% IPA – Brewed with Simcoe, Centennial, and Chinook, this IPA is clean, well-bodied, and lightly bitter, striking a perfect balance between modern juiciness and old-school drinkability.
From Howling Hops (London):
Single Hop #8 – 4.8% Pale – This edition of the Single Hop series is all about Strata, a hop that brings an enticing mix of fruitiness and funky dankness.
NEIPA #6 – 5.9% IPA – Brewed with Vista, Simcoe, and Sabro, expect stone fruit, resinous pine, and a smooth coconut finish.
From Gravity Well Brewing (London):
Comparing Infinities – 6.5% NEIPA – A rich, juicy brew loaded with Mosaic, Motueka, and Strata.
Shroud – 4.7% Pale – A must-try for sci-fi lovers, brewed in collaboration with author Adrian Tchaikovsky. This soft, fragrant pale ale is made with a US/NZ hop combination of Citra and Superdelic, bringing bright citrus and tropical notes.
From Pomona Island Brew (Liverpool):
I Wish I Could Shimmy Like My Sister – 6.3% IPA – A bold and vibrant IPA featuring Cryo Nectaron, Cryo Mosaic, Citra, and Ekuanot.
Tower of Spite – 6.2% DDH IPA – Brewed with Cryo Simcoe, Cryo Citra, Cryo Mosaic, and Idaho 7, this double dry-hopped IPA is packed with bold tropical flavours and a smooth mouthfeel.
For those looking for something a little different, Pomona Island also brings:
O’Hanraha-Hanrahan – 5.5% Blackcurrant Gose – A tart and fruity gose brewed with Halen Môn sea salt for balance.
My Nan’s Gonna Love Her Circular Saw – 6.3% Salted Chocolate & Rosemary Stout – A rich, decadent stout with layers of chocolate, sea salt, and herbal rosemary complexity.
From Holy Goat Brewing (Dundee):
Date Porter – 5.8% – Brewed with 150kg of date syrup and fermented with kveik yeast, this porter is packed with dark fruit flavours, rich malt character, and subtle yeast-driven complexity.
Now Available for Click & Collect and Local Delivery
All of these beers are now live for Click & Collect or free local Friday delivery.
Last orders for delivery: 6 PM Friday
Order any day for same/chosen-day Click & Collect at The Independent
This week’s lineup is looking particularly strong, with something for every taste—from juicy, modern hop showcases to deep, complex dark beers. Stop by the taproom or browse online to get your hands on these while they last.
How to Get Yours
- Everything is live now for click-and-collect or free local Friday delivery.
- Last orders for delivery: 6 PM Friday.
- Order any day for same-day or chosen-day collection.
Looking forward to seeing you soon—whether that’s in the taproom for a pint or sending some great beers your way for the weekend!
Full details on Delivery and Collection are available here.