St Albans beer columnist Roger Protz on Black Gold, which has been named the 'champion winter beer' of Britain.

Typically, beer experts distinguish a porter by the ... In Edelson's case, an authentic London porter always hits the spot ...

from Ruskin Wheat to Full Moon Porter. There's also the odd guest from breweries like Elephant and Castle's Orbit. Canopy's is not the most refined craft beer in London, but it does the trick.

Another Belgian beer, London Porter Dark Ale contains some gut-boosting yeast at the bottom and may contain some potential health benefits due to its antioxidant properties. With plant compounds ...