We delved into the Shields Gazette archives to look at the different brews to have been produced in the borough and nearby over the years.
So whether it’s the beer linked to a new play, the Tunnel Vision brew, or the Old Cornelius, we have got them all in these nine reminders.
Take a look and raise a toast to the ales!
1. Tunnel Vision in 2005
Graham Robertson is pictured with the brewery's new Tunnel Vision brew 15 years ago. Photo: IB
2. Getting festive in 2016
Christmas ale gift packs were on sale at McConnell's Gin and Ale pub in 2016 and here is bar manager Charli Wilkinson with one of them. Remember this? Photo: Stu Norton
3. A new ale for 2007
Cheers. Maltings manager Graham Robertson with the new ale Westoe Crown. This one takes us back 13 years. Photo: IB
4. A royal delivery
Robin Hood landlord Norman Scott celebrated a new royal arrival with the special delivery of a new Royal Ale, the Prince of Cambridge. Remember this from 2017? Photo: Tim Richardson