Take this big, fat beer trail across Mumbai for the choicest of brews

For Brit-style brews

Taste the pre-Victorian London in the chocolatey London Porter ('575) or try Double Stout 1698 ('750), a Kentish ale, brewed to celebrate the tercentenary of Britain's oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame.
Time Until 12.30 am
At British Brewing Company, Oberoi Mall, Goregaon (E).
Call 39698190

For aam addicts

While there are plenty of house brews on offer, celebrate summer with the newly-launched Pulp Fiction ('220), a refreshing, sweet and citrusy ale made using alphonso mangoes sourced all the way from Konkan.

Time Until 1.15 am
At Independence Brewing Company, Veera Desai Road, Andheri (W).
Call 30151279

For draught debutants

Introduce your taste buds to eight craft brews, including an IPA, Botwork Orange ('215), a cloudy Belgian Wit with aromas of coriander and orange, and Black Mamba ('215), a chocolate oat cream stout.

Time Until 12 am
At Brewbot, Morya Landmark, off New Link Road, Andheri (W).
Call 39698091

For a beer shot

Wonder how strawberry crush tastes with beer? Down Tango Charlie ('495), one of the four beer shots on offer, to find out. Purists can settle down with Bira or Stout on tap.

Time Until 1 am
At Kaitlyn's Beer Garden, Hill Road, Bandra (W).
Call 33956191

For beer cocktails

Savour the beverage in six concoctions, including a Beer Mule ('345), infused with vodka, lime juice, ginger and cucumber. With its well-stocked bar and buzzing vibe, the Mahim outlet is an oasis for beer lovers residing in a neighbourhood starved of pubs.

Time Until 12 am AT The Beer Café, TH Kataria Road, Mahim (W).
Call 68888105

For craft beer geeks

While some of White Owl's artisanal brews are offered at bars across Mumbai, enjoy the full selection here. The newest addition is Bonbon ('285), an amber ale with cinnamon and caramel flavour.

Time Until 1.30 am
At One Indiabulls Centre, Lower Parel.
Call 24210231

For brews with a view

We aren't talking about rooftop or sea view. Enjoy stand-up gigs, screenings and theatre in the company of home brewed Shimla Golden Cider ('250) or Bombay Blonde ('250).
Time Until 1 am
At The Barking Deer Brewpub, Mathuradas Mill Compound, Lower Parel.
Call 39966001

For budget cheers
Gulp down half pints of house brews like Apple Cider, Belgian Wit and Smoked Porter for as low as '150 or opt for bigger versions for '250. Not bad for someone living in the posh Kemps Corner neighbourhood, right?
Time Until 1 am
At Doolally Taproom, Kemps Corner.
Call 9969360726

For cool infusions

Try beer infused with spices, herbs and fruits, courtesy The Randall, a new device that acts as a filter and infuser. Playing safe? Opt for Gateway Brewing Company's White Zen ('285), one of 25 brews offered on tap.
Time Until 1 am
At Woodside Inn, Wodehouse Road, Colaba.
Call 22025525

Best of the Rest
Does the smell of beer put you off? Try it in Shandy ('199) by mixing fizzy lime, ginger lime ale or cola with icy lager.
Time Until 1 am at Harry's Bar + Cafe, Central Avenue, Powai.
Call 7506787212

Head to one of the few decent pubs in the satellite city that offers pitchers of house brews like German Wheat ('799) and Rice Blonde Ale ('799).

Time Until 1 am
At Royal Oak Brewery, Sector 19, Vashi.
Call 33126167

Compiled by Krutika Behrawala