Fresh from the Brewery Straight to Your Glass – Untouched Freshness Awaits at The Tap Yard

As you raise a glass of beer, its golden hue catches the light, and with the first sip, you’re transported straight to the heart of the brewery. The crispness, the aroma, the perfect balance – it’s an experience unlike any other. Here at The Tap Yard, we’re obsessed with delivering exactly that – beer in its purest form, untouched by air until it reaches your lips.

The Magic of Our Copper Giants

Look up as you enter The Tap Yard, and you’ll be greeted by a sight that sets us apart – six gleaming, 500-litre copper tanks proudly mounted above our bar. These aren’t just decorative pieces; they’re the heart and soul of our commitment to fresh, flavourful beer.

A Journey in Freshness – From Brewery to Tap

Our innovative tank system ensures the beer you enjoy has travelled a remarkable journey, but one that minimises its exposure to anything that could compromise its taste. Here’s how it works:
● Straight from the Source: We source our beers directly from passionate Local breweries.
● The Gentle Transfer: The beer is carefully transferred from the brewery’s conditioning tanks into 500-litre vats specifically designed for transportation.
● A Sealed Fate: The vats ensure the beer remains completely airtight throughout its journey, protecting it from any potential contamination.
● The Grand Arrival: Once it reaches The Tap Yard, the beer is pumped directly into our copper tanks, where it awaits its grand debut.
The Science Behind the Perfection but our commitment to freshness goes beyond simply keeping the air out. Our tanks utilise a
self-cooling, bag-in-tank system. Picture this:
● Spiral Chillers: Coiled spirals wrap around the entire tank, acting as a cooling system to maintain the beer at a constant, perfect temperature.
● Airtight In-Liner Bags: The beer is housed within airtight, in-liner bags. These bags not only prevent any contact with the tank itself but also help retain the beer’s natural carbonation from the brewing process.
The result? Beer that’s always kept in pristine condition, allowing you to experience the flavours exactly as the brewers intended.

Our Winter Tank Beers

Tank 1: Tirril – Ullswater Blonde 3.8% (Gluten Free)

A blonde ale that is a session ale in character, lightly hopped and very drinkable.

Tank 2: Farmyard – Chaff IPA 4.7%

A New England inspired session IPA that brings bags of tropical & citrus fruits on the palette with a floral aroma. A low bitterness makes this a super smooth approachable drop. Pairs well with beach balls & the smell of sun cream.

Tank 3: Farmyard – Splish Splash Session IPA 4.5%

Brewed with a little help from our friends at the North West Beer Appreciation Society we brewed this session IPA packed to the gills with Citra, Mosaic, Sabro & Motueka hops for a citrus, tropical & floral profile with a low bitterness to let the fruit shine through.

Tank 4: Grasmere Brewery – Grasmere Amarillo IPA 5.5%

Premium strength IPA with Amarillo hops. Citrus-orange and piney aroma.

Tank 5:  Tirril – Windermere IPA 4.3% (Gluten Free)

Our classic IPA, light hoppy and very, very easy drinking.

Tank 6: Tirril – Grasmere Gold 3.9% (Gluten Free)

A golden bitter in the style of the greatest of British drinking ales, flavoured with three British hops to give this subtle beer good character.

Beyond the List

This is just a glimpse into the exciting world of beers we’ll be showcasing in July.
Remember, our tanks are constantly changing, offering a delightful surprise with each visit.
So, come explore, experiment, and discover your new favourite brew.

The Tap Yard

Where Freshness Meets Flavour At The Tap Yard, we believe that beer is an experience, not just a drink. With ourcommitment to serving beer in its purest form, we invite you to taste the difference.