English Mild..

Yards Brawler is an convincing rendition of this style, especially for an American brewery. Decent description here: http://www.craftbeer.com/styles/english-style-dark-mild

 

I'm a big fan of bitters, ESBs, milds and the like. Most of that family doesn't get much attention around here since it's not barrel-aged, made with experimental hops, or tout a double digit abv and sealed in wax. A shame.

 

Yards Brawler is an extremely solid beer, IMO. Just not really that exciting, which comes with the style.

 

You will not have many choices for milds. Give Brawler a shot. If it doesn't click with you, perhaps a Schwarzbier will. There aren't many choices for Schwarzbier either, but Kostritzer is available in cans.

 

Another "yes" for Yards Brawler.

If you can find it on cask even better but that is a challenging thing to do. I have had Brawler on cask only a few times.

Cheers!

 

I haven't had many Dark Milds, and apparently no Pale Milds. But from what I've experienced it's such a delicate flavor, you really have to be in the mood for it. I struggle to pick out the toasty, bready flavors. Like a watered down ESB. Just really light flavor.

 

Best source going.

 

Had some this lunchtime. Despite all the variety of beers available these days I have found nothing I enjoy more.

I don't know what you've had , I was amazed at how much taste could be packed into just 3.4% ABV. It doesn't have any toasty/bready flavours , a smooth darkness , a hint of licorice perhaps. Gorgeous stuff.

 

Definitely pick up the Brawler, it's a great beer regardless of the style.

And exciting is in the eye of the beholder

 

It's easy for them to be drowned out if you're used to IPAs, stouts, or other big beers. On a clean palate, they are very tasty when done well.

 

Ron Pattinson enjoyed drinking Yards Brawler during a visit to Philly:

“Yards Brawler was pretty decent.”

http://www.beeradvocate.com/communi...ivator-helles-bock.157053/page-2#post-2253934

Cheers!

 

Long Trail Harvest is tasty and could be considered close to English mild, although they call it an English style brown ale. It should be on shelves now.

 

I've enjoyed every one I've had, but I'm sure this is something that's done much better across the pond.

 

Yeah, definitely something to try on it's own. Not after 12 samples at a festival.

 

I think this will help. I hope...

 

Don't give them your money.

 

Tallgrass Pub Ale is a solid choice.