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• My vote has to be for Zeit Geist - A really tasty, really drinkable brew. I also really liked Chaos Theory, but if I had to choose which one I would most like to appear on the bar of my local pub, Zeit Geist wins due to the moderate ABV and the fact that it is completely different from the comparatively boring lagers and samey ales most pubs are filled with.

  David Johnson     28.11.2008

• Definitely the chaos. solely for the massive tropical fruit punch that i hadnt experienced in a british brew before. The zeitgiest is excellent too but the pixie comes a poor third - tasty enough but a bit insipid over the course of a whole bottle IMO.

  martin     27.11.2008

• I loved all of your prototypes, found the Bad Pixie lacking something, but both Chaos Theory and Zeit Geist were thoroughly enjoyable in every way, Zeit Geist edged it for me as I am a fan of the darker ales and really enjoyed the roasted flavours of this one. Many thanks for getting us, the drinkers, involved

  A Benton     22.11.2008

• I have searched your website but cannot find much on stockists. What I would REALLY be interested in is a list of pubs that sell your beer. Do you have such a thing?

  Ally Maciver     21.11.2008

• Im choosing the Chaos Theory. Its like an awesome smack in the mouth with so much flavour from the malt and then then wallop of hops - its intoxicating, insane, interesting and I loved it. I thought the Bad Pixie was a great beer, a perfect summer quencher with hints of the sophistication of a gin and tonic. And enjoyed the Zeit Geist too, but wanted something extra from it, I kept thinking about how it could taste if brewed with some cherries added for a sweet-sourness in there too? They are all great, top work again chaps.

  Mark Dredge     20.11.2008

• I loved all 3 beers but zeit geist was by far the best, it tasted amazing,not to stong and something that could definatley be drank at any time. I also preffered it to the harold black lager i sometimes drink when i can get hold of it.chaos theory tasted very similar to the keswick brewerys celebration ale, although i thnk your version was better as it wasnt as sweet bad pixie was light and refreshing and would be good with bbqs in the summer but not as tasty as the other 2.

  andy mogg     17.11.2008

• although i am huge fan of big ipas (used to live in portland) i actually think bad pixie is the best of a good bunch. the chaos theory is good but has a rather oily/buttery finish which prevents it from challenging the best of the pacific nw double ipas, and frankly renders it a little inferior to your punk ipa (without doubt the best ipa i have found since moving to scotland). zeit geist is good with its roasted malt flavour, but not as good as the hop, wheat, juniper combo which seems perfectly balanced. i suspect someone has had a bottle or two of rogues yellow snow somewhere along the line.

  mark n     16.11.2008

• All three were interesting beers. The chaos theory is my style and is dangerously drinkable. The bad pixie is interesting as its an english wheat beer but with more hops than normal. The Zeit Geist stood out to me the most unusual, balanced bready roasty notes and tasty stuff. Im going to go with the Zeit Geist as i dont think anyone in Britian makes a shwartz and i recon it could be a good seller. The reviews will be up on ratebeer next week once the site is fixed. Chin chin Tom

  Magic_dave6     16.11.2008

• I agree with the above that the 3 beers are well made. Ive chosen Chaos Theory though cos its hoppiness parries the malty sweetness expertly. Its a well balanced brew. Who cares if its stronger than average? Perfect for a Saturday night. Bad Pixie was very flavoursome but Zeit Geist - hmm - good mouthfeel but then the sensation vanishes and by the aftertaste, it seems kinda hollow. The 3 are just fab but lets not overlook Punk IPA - still the best of the lot!

  ken mcmillan     16.11.2008

• Zeit Geist got my vote. Chaos Theory was second, partly because you already have IPAs pretty well covered. I’m a big fan of black lager though and ZG is a fine example.

  Kevin Burges     15.11.2008

• Myself and my girlfriend both agree that Zeit Geist wins! I thought I might plump for Chaos Theory as I’m a big hophead but Zeit Geist genuinely surprised me. Rich, complex, very drinkable and an excellent addition to the range. Would definitely buy.

  G Dunbar     12.11.2008

• excellent idea and i loved all three- id like to echo the sentiments above though, youve already proven that you know your way round the IPA, but a black lager brewed over here that tastes that good is just incredible. Vote Zeit Geist!

  tim dawson     09.11.2008

• Let me start by saying that all three were very well crafted. However, the Zeit Geist was an excellent example of the style and I would love to see you brew that regularly. Chaos Theory was a very close second but you already brew a couple of IPAs that I love. It had a similar mouth feel as the Speedball, does Chaos Theory use the Heather honey that is used in Speedball? Bad Pixie was also very well made, just as advertised but not my bag (my wife and roommate loved it though). Great job guys, and a great idea as well. Thanks for getting us involved and for making a fantastic product. Cheers Peter

  Peter Dillon     08.11.2008

• Gotta be Chaos Theory for me. By far the most balanced and rounded of the three.

  David     06.11.2008

• Zeit Geist. Definitely. You guys already do a couple of huge IPAs, but a good black lager brewed over here rather than imported from over there..? That would be something special... :)

  Darren T     04.11.2008

• Awesome. Thats my case ordered too. Cheers guys!

  G Dunbar     29.10.2008

• Great idea James! Thats my case now ordered. Looking forward to reviewing them soon.

  David     29.10.2008

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