The start of a brand new year often brings new resolutions, and for many people here in Tunbridge Wells and the UK in general, this means taking part in Dry January. The movement, spearheaded by Alcohol Change UK, encourages you to go alcohol-free for the first 31 days of the year.…
It’s the time of year when we get to say “it’s that time of year again!”
Picture the charming Georgian streets of Tunbridge Wells, alive with twinkling lights, and the warm and inviting aromas of mulled wine and gingerbread cookies perfuming the air… Christmas is coming to Tunbridge Wells, and with it comes a world of magic and enchantment!…
As the summer months fade into vibrant autumn, with its crisp mornings and golden sunshine, a special time arrives for brewers and beer lovers alike. While Oktoberfest may be just around the corner, many brewers in Kent, including ourselves, are also celebrating the arrival of Green Hop Beer Season.…
Picture capturing golden autumnal sunshine in a mug of beer topped with overflowing frothy foam. The steady thump and rhythm of an Oompah band, sausages, pretzels, and blue chequered flags – it’s time for Oktoberfest 2024!
This year, right here in the UK, we’re embracing our love for German lager with a tasty selection of Oktoberfest beer at The George pub, our brewery taproom, and at our sister pub, The Ragged Trousers from Friday, 20th of September.…
The definition of “light beer” differs slightly depending on who (or where) you ask. Here in the UK, light beer generally describes beer with a lower alcohol by volume (ABV), while in the U.S., light beer is marketed as beer with fewer calories. …
Dark beer refers to a broad category of beers that are dark in colour and have a rich flavour. Stouts, porters, and dark lagers are all different types of dark beer, yet each pint can impart entirely different notes and undertones.…
Is beer vegan-friendly? It’s a frequently asked question, but the answer isn’t as straightforward as expected. While most beers are vegan-friendly, some styles contain animal-derived ingredients like isinglass or gelatin, which are not suitable for vegans.
But what exactly is the difference between vegan and non-vegan beer?…
World Cocktail Day is celebrated on May 13th every year. In other words, it’s just around the corner! What better way to celebrate than raising a glass dedicated to the art of mixology while reading all about it?
World Cocktail Day is celebrated globally to honour the creativity and skill that’s poured into the art and craft of creating delicious cocktails.…
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve teamed up with The Sussex Arms, The Ragged Trousers, and the Tunbridge Wells Forum to bring you our exciting new app! Available to download for free on both iOS and Android devices, the Fonthill Collective app is your all-in-one ticket to exclusive offers, promotions, and occasional freebies across The George, The Ragged, The Sussex, and the Forum.…
From canned IPAs stocked in popular restaurants to guest beers appearing across British pubs, there’s no denying the continuing popularity of craft beer. But what is craft beer, exactly, and how do you differentiate between craft beer and regular beer?…
A standard keg in the UK contains 88 pints, though some specialist beers can come in smaller 53-pint kegs.
But what about a barrel? A butt? A hogshead? A firkin? Here at The George pub in Tunbridge Wells, we love answering all of your beer-related questions.…
We’re dedicating this post to the Gin Box, the cosiest cocktail bar in Tunbridge Wells! Based in the stables just next door to the George, our resident alchemists mix up a storm of tasty cocktails every Friday (5–11 pm) and Saturday (12–11 pm) under the glow of ambient lighting in a cosy setting that oozes charm.…