Dear John | Cask beer is dead – enjoy the wake
The cask beer segment of the industry is in decline – that probably comes as little surprise. But is it beyond help? And where do
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Dear John | North vs South
The UK is blessed with great beers – beers produced at breweries located in its many towns and cities. But when it comes to cask,
Dear John | Where now for cask?
The cask beer landscape changed a great deal during john keeling’s career in beer. But since retiring from his role at fuller’s, he remains concerned
Dear John | Taking Vintage Ale on the road
Fuller’s Vintage Ale is a special beer for many, and John Keeling is no exception. And recently he had the opportunity to take this revered
Dear John | Germany, a great beer nation
John Keeling recently took a trip to visit some of Germany’s fine breweries. here he met some fascinating characters and absorbed a wealth of the
Dear John | The story of Prize Old Ale
Last year’s release of Prize Old Ale was a real highlight for many fans of excellent beer. John Keeling counts himself as one such fan,
Dear John | Travels with Symone
In his recent trip to the US with partner Symone, John took in whale watching, the opportunity to sample some ESB and he even got
Dear John | Consistency is Critical
Striving for, and achieving, consistency is a goal for any brewer. Because producing, and providing, a reliable and consistent product is how brand loyalty can
Dear John | Friends like these
John Keeling has brewed many beers and visited countless countries during his career in beer. But for John, the most valuable asset has been the
Dear John | Better Together
John Keeling has always been a fan of working with fellow brewers. Especially when it is to brew a collaboration beer and have fun along
Dear John | Ageing Beer: For better or worse (part 2)
In his previous column, John Keeling shared his experience at Fuller’s and how that expertise led to the launch of a modern classic in the
Dear John | A return to normality
Well, I’ve been in several pubs and enjoyed the cask beer and the company enormously. I have even been to some local restaurants and enjoyed
Dear John | Is there light at the end of the tunnel or just someone with a torch?
The reopening of hospitality marks an important time for pubs, bars and breweries. John Keeling, the former head brewer at West London’s Fuller’s, is looking