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As the temperatures drop and winter approaches, it\u2019s only natural to find ourselves gravitating towards hibernation mode. To help you settle into this cosy state of mind, we\u2019ve once again joined forces with our favourite independent bookshop, Forum Books<\/a>. Together, we\u2019re excited to present their handpicked book recommendations paired with some of the finest North East beers. With the shifting weather, our priorities change, and we yearn for comfort, warmth, and experiences that offer an escape from the world. And what better way to achieve that than by indulging in the perfect blend of good books and great beer?!<\/p>\n

All of the beers featured in our book and beer pairings have been carefully selected, purchased either directly from the brewery or sourced from Rehill\u2019s of Jesmond<\/a> by us, and sent to Helen at Forum Books for her expert touch in matching them with her favorite literary gems (and capturing the perfect shots, too).<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll find links to purchase both the recommended books and beers below. If, by any chance, you discover that some of these items are out of stock at the moment you\u2019re reading this, consider reaching out to your local bottle shop; they might be able to help you track them down. Alternatively, why not grab a paperback and head to your favourite pub?<\/p>\n

As always, we\u2019d love to hear what you\u2019re reading and the beers that enhance those books\u2026you can share your story with us over on X<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Books \u2018n\u2019 Beer Pairings<\/h2>\n

Kala<\/a>\u00a0+ Grasshopper Pale<\/h2>\n
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Two by Two Brewing:<\/strong>\u00a0Grasshopper Pale \u2013 Pale Ale (5.0%)<\/p>\n

Kala:<\/strong>\u00a0Colin Walsh<\/p>\n

In the coastal town of Kinlough, Ireland, three long-lost friends, Helen, Joe, and Mush, reunite after years of separation. Their bond was forged in the summer of 2003, with the enigmatic Kala Lanann at the center. Kala vanished after that summer, and now, fifteen years later, human remains are discovered, and more girls have gone missing. As they confront their own involvement in Kala\u2019s disappearance, a dark history resurfaces, and they must prevent the town\u2019s violent patterns from repeating. \u201cKala\u201d delves into the price of belonging, the struggle between vengeance and forgiveness, and the battle for redemption amid a town weighed down by its secrets.<\/p>\n

To contrast the weight of the burden that the characters reveal throughout the book, this beer is a light, citrussy and earthy collab with Karma Coast<\/a>. Expect a hemp-infused pale ale with 10mg of full spectrum CBD per pint. Hoppy and herbal, with tropical and dank flavours.<\/p>\n

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Hadrian Border:<\/strong>\u00a0Tyneside Brown \u2013 Brown Ale (4.7%)<\/p>\n

The North Will Rise Again: In Search of the Future in Northern Heartlands:<\/strong>\u00a0Alex Niven<\/p>\n

This book explores the rich experiences of Northern inhabitants, capturing the optimism and expansiveness of Northern culture alongside the persistent undercurrent of despair in one of the UK\u2019s most economically challenged regions. Alex delves into recent Northern history, addressing pressing issues like the North\/South divide, austerity, Brexit\u2019s impact, the fall of Labour\u2019s \u2018Red Wall,\u2019 and regional devolution. He advocates for a revival of Northern politics through \u2018radical regionalism.\u2019 As a native Northerner, Alex blends memoir and family history to underscore the book\u2019s central themes and calls for a transformation of the North from a land of lost potential to a dynamic, forward-looking region.<\/p>\n

Another important part of Northern history is its beer styles, and brown ale rises again in the North with this Tyneside Brown. It is a full-bodied, nutty, dark amber beer balanced with traditional English bittering and aroma hops.<\/p>\n

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Allendale Brewery:<\/strong>\u00a0Winter Ale \u2013 Seasonal Ale (5.0%).<\/p>\n

Roast Figs, Sugar Snow: Food to warm the soul:<\/strong>\u00a0Diana Henry<\/p>\n

Diana Henry\u2019s beloved cookbook \u201cRoast Figs, Sugar Snow\u201d is making a comeback, enriched with new recipes and a foreword by Nigel Slater, nearly two decades after its initial release. This classic work celebrates the flavours of winter with ingredients like pumpkins, pomegranates, chestnuts, and spices, taking you on a culinary journey through cold-weather destinations. From Italian ski slopes to Viennese coffee houses and beyond, these recipes not only warm your home but also your heart, offering comforting delights from around the world.<\/p>\n

Comfort paired with comfort; Allendale Brewery\u2019s traditional winter ale is brewed with a variety of malts to bring flavours of toasted nut, biscuit and toffee. Goldings hops provide marmalade orange notes.<\/p>\n

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Twice Brewed:<\/strong>\u00a0Nox \u2013 Cherry Milk Stout (5.3%).<\/p>\n

Rouge:<\/strong>\u00a0Mona Awad<\/p>\n

Belle\u2019s obsession with skincare takes a dark turn when her estranged mother, Noelle, dies, leaving behind debts and unanswered questions. A mysterious woman in red at the funeral hints at the truth, leading Belle to the enigmatic spa, La Maison de M\u00e9duse. There, she unravels the chilling secret behind her mother\u2019s fixation with mirrors and is drawn into a surreal world where beauty, envy, and grief collide. This book is a surreal blend of Snow White and Eyes Wide Shut, delving into the cult-like beauty industry and the perils of internalising its unforgiving standards, while exploring the complex love between mothers and daughters.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve paired the hints of darkness with a black stout. Brewed with masses of cherry juice, lactose sugar is added to balance the tartness of the cherries, with a malt bill designed to add chocolate and roasted flavours. The result is an easy-drinking fruity stout.<\/p>\n

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First & Last X Stu Brew:<\/strong>\u00a0Educated Insolence \u2013 Witbier (4.2%).<\/p>\n

Dragged Up Proppa: Growing up in Britain\u2019s Forgotten North:<\/strong>\u00a0Pip Fallow<\/p>\n

Pip Fallow\u2019s life began in a coal miner\u2019s cottage near Durham, destined for the pit until the mine\u2019s closure left him on the dole queue. He shares his journey of growing up, \u201cdragged up proppa,\u201d and navigating a world shaped by deindustrialisation. Fallow\u2019s account sheds light on pressing issues in modern Britain, including the north-south divide, social mobility, and the broken promises that continue to affect his village and politics today. His memoir embodies the experiences of a generation prepared for a life that vanished, of communities eroded, and a way of life no longer seen in contemporary Britain.<\/p>\n

Travel and knowledge are also key in this collaboration between Northumberland\u2019s First & Last Brewery and Newcastle University\u2019s Stu Brew. The result is a Belgian-style witbier, brewed with orange, lemon, coriander and chamomile flowers.<\/p>\n

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Full Circle Brew Co.:<\/strong>\u00a0Kiburi \u2013 Session Stout (4.1%).<\/p>\n

Open Throat:<\/strong>\u00a0Henry Hoke<\/p>\n

In drought-stricken Hollywood hills, a curious and hungry mountain lion protects a homeless encampment and contemplates their identity, but a fire forces them into the city. As they navigate the harsh realities of Los Angeles, the lion must decide between consuming a person or becoming one, raising questions about their survival and transformation.<\/p>\n

The accompanying beer is brewed with Willamette hops which bring fruity, earthy notes along with a soft body from the oats. Kiburi is the perfect balance between coffee and chocolate. And if you\u2019re wondering what links this beer to this book, Kiburi is the Swahili translation of \u2018Pride.\u2019<\/p>\n

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Durham Brewery:<\/strong>\u00a0Smoking Blonde \u2013 Golden Ale (6.0%).<\/p>\n

Everybody Knows:<\/strong>\u00a0Jordan Harper<\/p>\n

Enter Mae Pruett\u2019s LA, where she\u2019s a \u2018black-bag\u2019 publicist tasked with concealing Hollywood scandals. When her boss is murdered, she teams up with her ex-boyfriend to unearth the truth, setting off a high-octane exploration of the dark side of contemporary Hollywood. Mae battles to redeem herself and protect her own life, challenging the corrupt system she\u2019s long upheld.<\/p>\n

With all of the smoke and mirrors in Hollywood, this golden ale is the perfect accompaniment to Harper\u2019s latest work. With an aroma of oak smoked peach derived from the use of Citra hops and oak smoked wheat, you can expect a full velvety mouthfeel with soft marmalade bitterness, smoked peach in the body with a kick of coriander, leading to a smokey finish.<\/p>\n

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Prophet<\/a>\u00a0+ Dreamcatcher<\/h2>\n
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North Pier Brew Co.:<\/strong>\u00a0Dreamcatcher \u2013 Pale Ale (4.2%).<\/p>\n

Prophet:<\/strong>\u00a0Helen MacDonald + Sin Blache<\/p>\n

An all-American diner appears overnight in a remote British field. And the deaths quickly follow. A weapon like no other \u2013 Prophet \u2013 is targeting innocent people. But nobody knows who created it, or why.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re ready to let your imagination run wild, this gluten-free gold-medal-winning pale ale, brewed with Chinook and Cascade hops, is set to catch those dreams.<\/p>\n

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Play Brew Co:\u00a0<\/strong>Ruby Roo \u2013 Rhubarb & Custard Milkshake Pale Ale (5.4%).<\/p>\n

You Can Run:<\/strong>\u00a0Trevor Wood<\/p>\n

When her reclusive father unexpectedly welcomes a stranger into their home, Ruby eavesdrops on their argument, but it\u2019s the stranger who ends up injured. With little time to spare, her father instructs her to pack and run from their Northumbrian cottage, offering no explanations. As they attempt to escape, her father is captured, leaving Ruby with no choice but to seek help from the villagers she\u2019s long avoided. Desperate to uncover the truth behind her father\u2019s abduction and the mysteries surrounding their past, she risks discovering that her entire life has been built on a foundation of lies.<\/p>\n

From one Ruby to another, this classic (and nostalgic) beer combination will take you right back to your favourite boiled sweet treat of yesteryear. Moreish and delicious, it\u2019s hard to put this one down. The milk sugars balance the sharp fruit to make you feel like you\u2019ve been t\u2019shop fir a quarter of sweets.<\/p>\n

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Wylam:<\/strong>\u00a0Twice in a Blue Moon \u2013 DIPA (8.2%).<\/p>\n

Twelve Moons: A Year Under a Shared Sky:\u00a0<\/strong>Caro Giles<\/p>\n

This book chronicles a year in the life of Caro Giles and her daughters on the remote Northumberland coast. Bound by circumstances and single motherhood, Caro finds solace in the ever-changing moon and the wild landscape. This honest memoir unfolds month by month, revealing the hidden power in our everyday lives, set against the backdrop of nature\u2019s beauty. It\u2019s a story of self-discovery, love, and the connection we share with the moon, reminding us that even in the darkest moments, we\u2019re never truly alone.<\/p>\n

With a hop bill of Citra, Strata, Nectaron and HBC 586, this DIPA features tropical notes of guava and nectarine to the front of the palate. Big, juicy, and dangerously moreish, this beer complements the changing of the seasons and stands tall amongst the Wylam DIPA dynasty.<\/p>\n

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Want more?\u00a0Check out the links for past Books \u2018n\u2019 Beer Pairings below:<\/p>\n

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