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John Porter

@pieandapint.bsky.social
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Freelance journalist, PR and beer sommelier. Sci-Fi and comics geek. All views subject to change after another pint. www.apieandapint.com

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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Sadly they were out of the lager. Still. Never mind.
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Tamoor Hussain @tamoorh.com · 03/07/2026
Incredible moment where Fox News puts up a graphic with all the reasons it opposes the DSA and why people should be afraid of them
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Interesting question, and one with a somewhat complex response.
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Roger Protz @rogerprotz.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
New look for Hall & Woodhouse popular Outland beers. They include West Coast IPA, Tropical Pale Ale, New England IPA & Roca Tierra, Spanish-style lager that's "as Dorset as a beach hut in a hailstorm". Just the job for coming heatwave! @pieandapint.bsky.social
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
Whatever the challenges facing cask ale, and they are many, it’s hard to see the old argument that it just can’t command a premium price standing up. Not in bloody London, anyway.
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shielporter.bsky.social @shielporter.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
LionHeart launch to kickstart cask ale market www.shielporter.com/press_releas...
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Phil Mellows @philmellows.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Here's @pieandapint.bsky.social for the Morning Advertiser on the remarkable revival of draught Bass (suddenly the fastest growing cask ale) including, as far as I know, the first interview about it with brand owner AB-Inbev: www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2026...
morningadvertiser.co.uk
FEATURE: All about that Bass
Bass cask ale is enjoying renewed support, rising sales and fresh interest from loyal fans, younger drinkers and pubs as the brand makes a strong comeback.
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Phil Mellows @philmellows.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
'Beer bounceback: Why classic pints are back on the bar' | @pieandapint.bsky.social for the Caterer: www.thecaterer.com/products--eq...
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Beer bounceback: Why classic pints are back on the bar
Brands such as Guinness, Boddingtons and Kestrel are upping the nostalgia factor while being grounded in trustworthy heritage
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Santa's making his list, he's checking it twice. Whether you've been naughty or nice this year, you can blag yourself, or someone else, a signed copy of Beer Breaks in Britain from @philmellows.bsky.social at an exclusive price.
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shielporter.bsky.social @shielporter.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Struggling to think of a Christmas gift for that hard-to-buy-for, beer and travel loving friend or relative? Our friend @philmellows.bsky.social still has a few copies of runaway best seller Beer Breaks in Britain stashed away. Act now to avoid disappointment www.bloomsbury.com/uk/beer-brea...
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Beer Breaks in Britain
Combine your thirst for great British travel and good quality beer with this refreshing guide to 30 of Britain's best beer scenes. With a foreword by Marverine…
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
"We have Darth Vader..." Those new Trump appointees in full.
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
Pint of Bass in the Argyll Arms at Oxford Circus. Ok, but flat as a pancake
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
I'm old enough to have been writing about the pub trade through the Beer Orders, the 2003 Licensing Act reforms, the smoking ban in 2007 - I hope this gives the trade the boost it desperately needs, but the phrase "unintended consequences" keeps echoing www.gov.uk/government/n...
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Cheers to Change: Red Tape Review Could Bring More Food, Music and Fun to Your Local
The Government is launching a fast-track review to tear up outdated licensing rules that have been holding back pubs, bars and local events and we want to hear from the people who know best: landlords...
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
It's well worth firing up BBC iPlayer and listening to the last five minutes of Today on Radio 4, just to hear a very serious French author promoting his new book on the origins of the universe and discuss "the beeg bong".
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Well now. I’ve had worse things arrive in the post.
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
A beautifully crafted hymn of praise for a beautifully crafted beer from @atjbeer.bsky.social in @pelliclemag.com www.pelliclemag.com/home/2025/9/...
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A Scanner Dreckly — The Life and Legacy of St. Austell Proper Job IPA — Pellicle
It is a sedate summer’s afternoon in the bar of The Globe in Topsham, five miles outside Exeter. Wimbledon is on the big screen, with the sound turned down, and there are five other customers inside. ...
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
As #CaskAleWeek gently subsides towards its conclusion, here’s today’s lunchtime choice
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
So when #Fullers launched Griffin Gold, there was debate about whether it was Chiswick under new branding. My Fullers advent calendar contains a bottle of each, both 3.4% ABV. I feel a head to head tasting blog post is in order. Stay tuned. You’ll be sorry you asked.
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
My big take out from the interview with Lisa Nandy that just took place on Today on Radio 4 about ID cards, is that 'silver bullet' is one of the most misused terms around. A silver bullet kills werewolves, or bandits if you're the Lone Ranger. It's a magic bullet Lisa hasn't got, not a silver one
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Well, well. It feels a bit early, but thanks and Merry Christmas #Fullers #Asahiuk
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shielporter.bsky.social @shielporter.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
International coverage for #CaskAleWeek - Gen Z is saving cask ale in the U.K. www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/featured/gen...
craftbrewingbusiness.com
Gen Z is saving cask ale in the U.K.
A new U.K. survey shows 25% of Gen Z beer drinkers regularly order cask ale—up 50% in a year. Are younger drinkers just waiting for a reason to go out?
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 21/09/2025
In a prime media slot for coverage of #CaskAleWeek 2025, I was on BBC Radio 5 with Laura McGhie on Sunday morning to talk about Britain's signature beer style. For the few unfortunate souls who didn't hear it, you can find it on BBC Sounds at around 3h7m in. Cheers! www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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Laura McGhie - 21/09/2025 - BBC Sounds
Laura McGhie with your calls and features through the night.
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Raising a glass to #CaskAleWeek 2025 in The Hope, Carshalton. Pint of @elusivebrewing.com Hustle followed by a cheeky half of @downlandsbrewery.bsky.social Best. Cheers!
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
The M&S beer aisle is looking a bit neglected. Range revamp on the way?
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
So, is having a face like a slapped arse a requirement of defecting to Reform? Or merely a lifestyle choice?
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Blimey, that escalated quickly
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
The phrase "strange bedfellows" springs to mind
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Laura Hadland @morrighani.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
Really pleased to see this one out in the wild. Beer and temperature for The Telegraph.
telegraph.co.uk
The temperature of beer affects its flavour in more ways than one – try these brews to see how
Cold isn’t always best – a subtle tweak to the temperature of your favourite ale can draw out its bitterness, sweetness or umami oomph
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
Mandelson's toast
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
My take on the return of Boddingtons www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2025...
morningadvertiser.co.uk
FEATURE: Bring back the Boddies
JW Lees brings Boddingtons Cask Ale back to life, brewing the iconic Manchester beer for the first time since 2012. With a new recipe and national rollout plans, the revival taps into 1990s nostalgia ...
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
A pint of Boddingtons in the JW Lees brewery. Strange days indeed.
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
The fact that I still own a proper old school em rule enables me to easily confirm that this book title is printed in 110 point. In other news, I’m banned from the children’s department at Waterstone’s.
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 23/08/2025
You had one ****ing job, Wayne.
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Will Hawkes @willhawkes.bsky.social · 17/08/2025
The beauty of cask ale, my latest for the Telegraph. Featuring the Limeburners, one of the great rural Lancashire boozers: www.telegraph.co.uk/gift/409a9e8...
telegraph.co.uk
Cask ale is one of Britain’s greatest inventions – and could be making a comeback
Long prized by locals and rediscovered by a new generation, this time-honoured traditional tipple is full of character and flavour
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
Cheers
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
I might have tried a bit harder to match the font installation to the actual size of the bar staff
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
Having a beer on the beer terrace at the Barrel of Beer in Beer.
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
Shameful
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
Well, that’s interesting. Thanks for this @hoppylotte.bsky.social
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 10/08/2025
Had to be done
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 09/08/2025
I was tempted by the keg John Smiths, just for the lols, but went for the Sharps
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Adrian Tierney-Jones @atjbeer.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Did you know that Koba was Stalin’s nickname but I bet he was never served by a Kōbes which just happens to be this pristine Kōlsch-style beer from @burningskybeer.bsky.social and my beer of the week in today’s @dailystar.co.uk
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Roger Protz @rogerprotz.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Good to see traditional & uniquely British iconic beer styles winning the top slots @camraofficial.bsky.social GBBF #ChampionBeerofBritain2025 Gold: Penzance Brewery Mild, Silver: Sarah Hughes Snowflake Barley Wine. #BskyBeer
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Dr Julia Grace Patterson @jujuliagrace.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
If politicians want to talk about NHS inefficiency, let’s start by talking about private management consultancy firms🚨 www.instagram.com/reel/DNFyB8g...
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
The Radio 4 newsreader just had to say “butt lift” in that po faced manner required of their profession, and the world is already a more cheerful place
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
A procedure medically referred to as a Frontal Banterectomy www.independent.co.uk/arts-enterta...
independent.co.uk
MasterChef makes early return to BBC with ‘fewer jokes’ from fired hosts
New episodes see chatter between hosts and chefs pared back
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
Interesting line up for the #CBOB Bottled Beer contenders
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
It’s all looking good beerwise for the next 24 hours
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Well, I suppose, on balance, the most I could have hoped for from a central Birmingham hotel was a view of central Birmingham
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John Porter @pieandapint.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Met this little guy. Rafa, in the Sambrooks taproom yesterday evening. No one has ever been keener to join me for beer and pizza.
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