Cask Ale Of The Week From

Dancing Duck Brewery

Ay Up

Generously hopped pale ale

An eminently drinkable pale session ale. Subtle malt and floral notes are matched splendidly with citrus hop, rounded off with a slightly dry finish

Gluten Free

3.9% A B V

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Try Before You Buy

Here at The Hilcote Arms we offer Tasters for our Real Ale

This initiative aims to dispel any myths about real ales Served from hand pulls including that it is warm !

Cask Conditioned Ale should be cool from the cellar between 11 to 13 degrees Celsius

Today's cellar temperature At The Hilcote Arms

(11 degrees Celsius)

What makes cask ales unique is that the brewing process is completed in the pub cellar

It doesn't leave the brewery as a finished product

The skills experience of the licensee and staff are required to deliver a perfect pint

Please note no ducks where harmed in the making of this page

At The Hilcote Arms, we take pride in offering a rotating selection of the finest cask ales From Welbeck Brewery And Dancing Duck Brewery. You can also view other casks we have stocked at The Hilcote Arms running on the banner on this website

Pick up your free copy of the Pints of view Mansfield and Ashfield Camra Magazine Derby Camra Drinker also free The Nottingham Camra Drinker From The Hilcote Arms

Don't miss out on the opportunity to savor our Cask Ale of the Week. Visit us at The Hilcote Arms and experience the perfect blend of great atmosphere, delicious drinks, and warm hospitality.

Experience the Flavour

Join us at The Hilcote Arms and indulge in our Cask Ale of the Week. Cheers to good times and great brews!

Brad's beverage of the month For September

Merlot

Yellow Tail Australian Wine

Soft smooth and fruity with notes of dark plum mulberries and subtle spice

Discover Brad's latest pick for our 'Beverage of the Month'. Each selection brings something new and exciting to The Hilcote Arms, whether it's a fresh keg beer, a unique real ale, or a hidden gem from our menu. Join us in exploring these special drinks!

It's an opportunity to discover your next favourite drink, or simply enjoy a high-quality beverage handpicked by Brad. Don't miss out on this month's special!

Merlot is a dry, medium-bodied red wine known for its smooth, velvety texture and rich fruit flavours

Taste Differences by Climate

Cool climates (like France): More earthy, structured, with bright red fruit and herbal notes.

Warm climates (like California): Juicier and rounder, with rich black fruit, high alcohol, and chocolate flavours

Merlot is a versatile medium-bodied red wine with soft tannins and rich cherry or plum flavors. It pairs wonderfully with roasted poultry, lean red meats, earthy mushroom dishes, and mild cheeses. Avoid excessively spicy or heavily salted dishes, which can clash with the wine's fruit profile

Meat Pairings

Roast chicken pork lamb beef

Cheese and Extras

Soft and semi-hard cheeses like Brie, camembert, or mild cheddar

Dessert: Dark chocolate truffles or flourless chocolate cake