The Hoptimist Draycott
Draycott, DE72 3PS

The Hoptimist Draycott
Draycott, DE72 3PS

Cask Beers Available

Cask Beers Available

Sidekick - 4.5%

Sidekick

Alter Ego

4.5% abv

A full flavoured session IPA hopped with Citra and Summit. A light malt base allows the hops to shine through.

Best Bitter - 3.8%

Best Bitter

Pheasantry

3.8% abv

An accomplished, copper hued and easy drinking traditional English ale seasoned with Progress, Goldings and First Gold hops, followed by a later addition of Styrian Goldings in the boil to enhance both flavour and aroma. Full bodied with good mouthfeel, it has a delicate, biscuity malt backdrop skilfully overlaid with spicy, slightly resinous hop notes that develop on the tongue and culminate in a satisfyingly dry and tasty finish.

Summer Glow - 4%

Summer Glow

Little Brewing

4% abv

Pale ale with Mandarina Bavaria hops giving a delicate orange citrus nose and a juicy flavour. Gluten free.

Craft Keg Available

Outer Limit - 5.4%

Outer Limit

Vocation

5.4% abv

Explore a new world of flavour that pushes the boundaries of hop expression. Galaxy and Riwaka hops unite to deliver an explosion of tropical fruits and citrus flavours, with layers of passionfruit, grapefruit and a touch of pine.

Ramble On - 3.9%

Ramble On

Liquid Light

3.9% abv

This single-hopped Mosaic pale ale is designed specifically for cask. We used a classic malt bill of mostly Best Ale Malt with a good portion of Extra Pale malt. We then whirlpooled 5kg Mosaic for a subtle bitterness and a fruity aroma. Finally, we dry-hopped with 10kg Mosaic BBC. All be it quite restrained hopping for us, this beer punches well above its weight.

Session IPA - 4.2%

Session IPA

Shiny

4.2% abv

Brewed specially for our pals at The Hoptimist, this easy-going session IPA is a banger. Citra, Mosaic and Simcoe hops roll out waves of juicy flavour, with a gentle bitterness that’ll see you right whether you’re in Draycott, Spondon, or Little Eaton. Gluten free and vegan friendly.

Hell Rat - 4%

Hell Rat

Ossett

4% abv

Defiant and untamed, Hell Rat is a crisp, fresh Helles lager forged in the unrelenting fires of the underworld. Reserved for sinners, not saints. A refreshing Helles style lager brewed with extra pale malt. Part of the all new RAT range, emerging from the Ossett Brewery nest. Born from the shadows, crafted for the bold. Vegan friendly.

Ciders & Perries Available

Pineapple Cider - 3.4%

Pineapple Cider

Lilley's

3.4% abv

Using our legendary skills in blending fruit with our fantastic cider we have come up with this pineapple delight. in this fruity fusion pineapple juice is paired with our crisp somerset cider creating this exciting fresh flavour.

Two Trees - 4.5%

Two Trees

Gwynt y Ddraig

4.5% abv

A pale, fruity medium perry with an aroma of fruit and a hint of honey on the palate.

Pina Colada - 3.4%

Pina Colada

Lilley's

3.4% abv

You'll never get caught in the rain with this deliciously fresh and cool Pina Colada cider. Pineapple, rum, and coconut are all blended with our crisp Somerset cider. Escape with this smooth, sweet and summery delight. Perfect when served over ice with a fresh pineapple wedge to garnish.

Mango - 4%

Mango

Lilley's

4% abv

Smooth and sophisticated mango cider made with an ample portion of mango juice and Somerset cider.

Cherries & Berries - 4%

Cherries & Berries

Lilley's

4% abv

Somerset cider bursting with berry scrumptiousness. Crafted with the most sublime cherries and berries, this mouth-watering cider is sweet with a soft underlying berry flavour and bold cherry notes.

Coming Soon

Sun Of A Beach - 4.5%

Sun Of A Beach

Milestone

4.5% abv

A crisp refreshing summer IPA with peach and passion fruit flavours.

Dancing Dragonfly - 5%

Dancing Dragonfly

Pheasantry

5% abv

The palest golden beer packed with peachy, exotic fruit flavours. Dangerously drinkable!

Summer Lovin - 3.9%

Summer Lovin

Milestone

3.9% abv

Pale golden with refreshing tropical fruit flavours.

Taj Mahaze - 4.6%

Taj Mahaze

Little Brewing

4.6% abv

Taj but double dry hopped! Brewed with tons of fruity, new world hops and created to celebrate our 5th birthday in 2025. Gluten free and vegan friendly.

Wave Breaker - 4.4% (keg)

Wave Breaker (keg)

Abbeydale

4.4% abv

Continuing our series of globetrotting pale ales, this time with an intercontinental twist! A golden bed of malt provides a US West Coast style base, which supports the cresting waves of flavour from New Zealand hop blend Superdelic, backed up by Nectaron and innovative Riwaka Hop Kief. Find radical red fruit flavours and ripples of tropical tastes, which give way to a sensationally satisfying zesty finish. Gluten free and vegan friendly.

These Jorts Were Made For Walking - 4.4% (keg)

These Jorts Were Made For Walking (keg)

Shiny

4.4% abv

A hazy pale ale hopped with Bru-1, Mosaic, Idaho 7 and El Dorado. Vegan friendly.

The Product Is You! - 5% (keg)

The Product Is You! (keg)

Shiny

5% abv

Slick. Soft. Tangy. The beer is good. But the product? That’s you, baby. This beer has been focus-grouped, risk assessed, PAT tested and engineered for maximum juiciness. Packed with Azacca, Talus, Mosaic and Citra. In the end the product is you and you taste great! Vegan friendly.

Premium Lager - 4.8% (keg)

Premium Lager (keg)

Hawkstone

4.8% abv

The original Hawkstone Lager. Bold, yet balanced, with a smooth body and top notes of light citrus complemented by a subtle, crisp bitterness and malty backbone. Setting the standard for a British Premium Lager.

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The Hoptimist Draycott is in the Erewash Valley CAMRA branch area.