The Complete B&M Beer Guide: What to Drink This Summer & Why!

Britain is a beer loving country. 24 million barrels of beer were sold in the UK in 2020 alone! Whether you're out with friends or just having a well earned pint, we Brits know our beers better than anyone.

That's why we at B&M have put together this guide on the best beers to enjoy this summer. Our extensive range of beers, ales and stouts will keep you stocked and ready for the summer ahead at prices you can't resist.

Luxury Lager Beers

A chilled-to-perfection lager on a sunny summer’s day is a treat we all look forward to. That’s why here at B&M our luxury lager beers are perfect to pick up and keep for a sunny day.

A great premium lager is our Peroni Azzuro 620ml.  An Italian exported premium beer, Peroni has a distinctively crisp and bright character. Perfectly paired with the summer sun this high-quality beer is a great choice for any occasion.

Another refreshing beer that uses a unique recipe is San Miguel Lager. San Miguel has produced a full bodied and sweet tasting lager that doesn't compromise on refreshment. A delicious golden, pilsner style lager with a crisp citrus finish.

Why not try something different and get a Desperados Tequila Flavoured Lager? The ultimate refreshment in premium lager, Desperados is refreshing light lager with a tequila flavoured twist!

B&M Top Tip: All beers need to be ice cold when you’re ready for a drink. So why not check out B&M’s selection of Mini Fridges? Such as the Blaupunkt 4L Mini Fridge, to keep your beers cool all summer.

Amazing Craft Ales-

Craft Ales have recently become a far more popular beverage among most people. Here at B&M we have a dedicated selection of amazing Craft Ales which will quench any thirst.

A delicious American IPA Beer is the Shipyard IPA Beer 500ml. Brewed in Portland Maine USA Shipyard IPA boasts a delicate bitterness. Enjoy the pioneering taste of true refreshment.

Or why not go for something closer to home? Enjoy a refreshing Robinsons Trooper Ale after a long day. Brewed in Cheshire England this dark tasting ale will be sure to pack a punch.

Balanced and moreish Doom Bar Amber Ale is a refreshing drink made for sipping after a long day. Brewed since 1994 the dark tones and delicious hoppy recipe is a must have.

B&M Top Tip: All these ales and beers, along with many more online, are currently 4 for £6* making them an even wiser purchase ready for the long summer ahead! Check out the B&M Beer category here for more great value deals!

Great Value Multipacks-

Everybody loves a bargain. That’s why our high quality and affordable Beer Multipacks are a great purchase to stock up the fridge for summer.

Indulge your inner beer lover with a pack of Classic Beers!

This great value pack includes six quality ales and beers all with unique flavours from around the UK, all the way from Hobgoblin to Wainwright.

For exclusively ale drinkers, satisfy your summer thirst with the Golden Ales six pack. It includes a variety of beers with different levels of hop strength. A great-tasting collection.

You can't go wrong with the classic taste of Guinness! With over two centuries of expert brewing behind it this Guinness Draught 15 x 440ml is great value for money and will deliver that timeless dark Guinness taste.

Brilliant Beer Gift Sets-

Give someone the gift of a great beer this summer with our great value Beer Gift Sets.

Enjoy a refreshing glass of Budweiser beer with this Budweiser Beer Duo & Glass Set, which includes a Budweiser pint glass and two beers. A great classic light beer.

A different but equally great tasting beer gift set is the Brewdog Beer & Glass Gift Set 3pc. The gift set includes two great tasting Brewdog beers, a Punk IPA bottle and a Dead Pony bottle. Perfect as a treat for yourself or a fellow beer lover.

A stunning Brewdog chalice is also included, perfect for kicking back to enjoy your favourite beer from.

A great gift set perfect for trips to the beach or barbeques is the Oranjeboom Beer and Cooler Bag Set 5pc. This set includes four ice cold Oranjeboom Beers and a handy cooler bag. Never be disappointed again with a warm beer and keep them ice cold.

B&M Top Tip: For something stronger check out our Alcohol Gift Sets for a great selection gift sets including gin, whiskey, vodka and more!

What’s your favourite beer for a summers afternoon? Will you be stocking the fridge ready for the next heat wave? Share your plans with the B&M Community via Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

*price/promotion correct at date of publication. Prices subject to change.