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BREWERY hops are finally getting hip.

Ale – usually associated with bushy-bearded blokes – is enjoying a trendy renaissance, with one in three women also enjoying a regular sup.

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Don’t be afraid of dark and sinister-looking real ale, you can give it a go with lighter – and cheaper – versions from supermarkets[/caption]

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Helena Nicklin, offers her selection of top newbie at-home ales[/caption]

If you’re ale-curious but wary of the dark and sinister-looking “real” stuff, or simply don’t know where to start with this acquired taste tipple, you can give it a go with lighter – and cheaper – versions from the supermarkets before hitting the pub for the real deal.

Here, Helena Nicklin, offers her selection of top newbie at-home ales.

Harbour Session IPA, Lidl

£1.85, 440ml, 4% ABV

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AN exclusive Lidl brew, a can of Harbour Session, which is decked out in Creme Egg colours, feels like an IPA “lite” so it’s perhaps not a bad one to begin with if you’re new to this category.

IPA purists might well say it’s a bit too thin rather than hoppy – but they can continue propping up the bar with their pint of cask while you enjoy this at home as it’s cheap and very easy to glug.

Looks fun with its bright colours so would make a great party ale. Worth a try even if it is not what you end up sipping in the pub.

2/5

Oakham Citra, Morrisons

£2, 500ml, 4.6% ABV

OAKHAM was the first UK brewery to produce a beer with 100% citra hops.

These are a fairly new type used for their fruity, citrus and floral aromatics and flavours, and known for adding vibrancy to ales.

If you can get past the quirky label then glugging this very light gold will offer you bright tropical fruit and candied lemon peel flavours.

It’s hip and hoppy with lots going on so worth giving it a go.

My top tip for anyone switching tipples from a glass of white vino is that if you’re into sauvignon blanc, you’ll love this.

3/5

Fuller’s Honey Dew, Sainsbury’s

£2,25, 500ml, 5% ABV

BLONDE ale is even lighter than amber and the clue is in the name as it generally has a gorgeous, light gold hue.

Such styles tend to be crisp and pretty easy-drinking with light, biscuity notes.

If you’ve never had ale before, something like this would be a great place to start.

This organic tipple is made with real honey, malt and hops.

It has a touch of baked apple fruitiness and a ­subtle nectar note without being sweet or too intense.

Delicious cracked open on its own any time, and lovely paired with salty crisps.

3/5

Black Sheep Ale, Tesco

£2, 500ml, 4.4% ABV

WHILE you currently can’t get real dark and savoury cask ale to glug at home – unless you have your own pub, that is – an amber ale like this, with its less hoppy, more caramel-toffee notes, is a great place to start to get a feel for the darker stuff.

Whether you are a newbie to this type of drink or just want to try some different options in the ­comfort of your own home then this classic Yorkshire tipple is rich, balanced and smooth, with a Malteser-like, malty sweetness.

It’s awesome with a meaty pie. Trendy bottle too.

5/5

Adnams Ghost Ship Ale, Asda

£2, 500ml, 4.5% ABV

IF it’s the vibrant, citrusy notes you love in a pale ale then spooky ­sipper Ghost Ship, with its powerful twist of lemon and lime, should be right up your street.

Made with a mix of British and American barley and rye, it’s a little hoppy and has elderflower hints along with biscuity notes.

Apparently inspired by smugglers and our haunted coastlines, it’s a great thirst-slayer – and with its spectral label it would definitely be a fabulous choice if you’re getting the beers in for Halloween.

4/5

BrewDog Punk IPA, Sainsbury’s £5.25 (Nectar),

330ml x 4, 5.4% ABV

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An easy-to-drink classic that would be a great intro to IPAs[/caption]

IF you’ve tried pale ale before and enjoyed its light, bright hoppiness but want a bit more of that flavour, then India pale ale is the way to go.

Brewdog’s version is a go-to for many, and for a good reason – it gets the balance just right between citrus and hops, and has a moreish earthy note on the finish.

An easy-to-drink classic that would be a great intro to IPAs.

It is well-priced – more so at the moment as it is on offer – so if it isn’t for you then you won’t break the bank. Drink it chilled with snacks.

3/5

Saltaire Blonde Ale, Morrisons

£2.25, 500ml, 4% ABV

SOME ingredients really do have the best names and Saltaire Ale says it is made with Bohemian saaz hops, which feels fitting given its slightly quirky profile.

Light, refreshing and soft, there’s a gentle, spicy maltiness to this well-priced blonde, which hails from Yorkshire.

A lower ABV makes it an easy-drinking choice – there’s lots of flavour here without being heavy.

It’s definitely a top at-home brew to try if you are just starting out on your ale journey.

4/5

William Bros Birds & Bees, Aldi

£1.65, 500ml, 4.3% ABV

NOT yet sure about the bitter hops of pale ales and IPAs?

Then a golden ale might be the best go-to for you.

This affordable offering gives you a lot of bang for your buck – and its slightly lower ABV than some other options might be appealing for certain sippers, too.

More about ripe, tropical fruit flavours and delicate florals, golden ales like this one have a real ­summer party vibe.

This is a great one for spreading a ­little sunshine into a soggy autumn day. Or sipping ­outside in the summer.

3/5

AMADOU ONANA has been a massive hit with Aston Villa fans since his £50million summer move from Everton.

And the midfield giant, who has scored three goals in seven games for Unai Emery’s side, dreams of making a hit record one day.

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Amadou Onana has revealed his stunning alternative career[/caption]

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The midfielder revealed how he has learned to play the piano[/caption]

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He has a fashion sense to put old Everton team-mate Dominic Calvert-Lewin to shame[/caption]

The 6ft 5in Belgian international has learned to play the piano — and writes his own songs, too.

In August, under the guise of 24AM, Onana released his first song — R&B track Check On Me — on the likes of Spotify.

In Belgium he has been called ‘the Devil with the voice of an angel’ — referring to the national team’s Red Devils nickname.

And he has a fashion sense to put old Everton pal and model  Dominic Calvert-Lewin to shame.

Ahead of tomorrow’s trip to ­Ipswich, Onana said: “I like to try and take myself away from football a bit.

“You have to have different hobbies to help you relax and music is one of mine.

“I listen to everything.  I don’t have a specific genre. I’ll listen to rap songs, R&B, soul … different genres.

“I’m not performing publicly yet but writing songs on my own helps me to relax.

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“I also play the piano, I took lessons. I wanted to try something different.

“In August I released my first song, Check On Me, which did well on streaming platforms.

“For now I’m focusing on Aston Villa but when I have some downtime I like to write lyrics.”

Onana’s other great love is fashion — the 23-year-old turned up for international duty with Belgium in a black, pleated skirt, yellow shoes and matching handbag.

He has also worn a T-shirt with the slogan: ANDRE IS NOT EVEN MY NAME MATE!

That was a reference to a car-crash interview after Belgium were beaten by Slovakia at Euro 2024 when a reporter referred to him as ‘Andre’ — the name of Manchester United’s goalkeeper.

Onana said: “I like to dress well — my mum would never let us leave the house looking untidy.

“I like to cut a dash. It doesn’t have to be designer wear.

“If it looks good, I’ll wear it. I don’t spend outrageous amounts on clothes.”

One particular garment left a lasting impression on his team-mates —  a distinctive jacket with white and yellow daisies plastered all over it.

From a distance it resembled scrambled eggs.

Onana confessed: “A lot of ­people said that. I don’t mind the stick.

“Whatever I think is good-looking, I’ll wear, no matter what people think.”

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