On my last trip across Bodmin Moor, I finally stopped into the famous Jamaica Inn and ordered their house brew – Jamaica Inn Ale. I’d heard a lot about it, but nothing quite prepares you for that first sip in such a legendary, slightly spooky setting. First Impressions The pint landed in front of me looking exactly how a proper Cornish ale should: a deep amber glow, a decent creamy head, and just enough haze to tell you it hasn’t been over-fussed with. I lifted it up and straight away got that malty, slightly sweet aroma with a whisper of fruit. The Taste Test Here’s how it went down: Look: Copper-amber, inviting, with a clingy head. Smell: Caramel malt, a touch...

Bodmin Moor is one of those places that takes your breath away before you’ve even thought about your first pint. The wide skies, granite tors and rolling mist make it feel wild and untamed. But tucked away across this rugged landscape are pubs and breweries that have been keeping walkers, travellers, and the occasional smuggler refreshed for centuries. On my latest wander across the moor, I ducked into a few of them – and what I found was a mix of history, hearty hospitality, and some brilliant Cornish ales. Jamaica Inn – Smugglers and Stories No trip to Bodmin Moor feels complete without a stop at Jamaica Inn, the coaching house turned world-famous pub that’s as famous...