British Brews is a term that encompasses a wide variety of drinks from the United Kingdom. Ales are a type of beer brewed with top-fermenting yeast, and they are usually dark in color and have a strong flavor. Teas are a type of hot beverage made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, and they are popular in the UK. October beers, also known as Marzen or Oktoberfest beers, are a type of lager that is brewed in the fall and has a malty flavor.