a) The breweries of Craigmillar. Part 2. Bill Brown continues his history of the seven breweries of Craigmillar.

b) Brewers in Tranent. Jim Lawrie describes the results of his research into the brewing history of the ancient town of Tranent.

c) What’s in a name? John Reade charts the development of brewing and beer styles.

d) How it all began for two fine beers. David McGowan sheds light on the origins of two memorable beers: Gillespie’s Malt Stout and McEwan’s Champion Ale.

e) Crossing brewtown from Holyrood to New Fountain. Richard Rees returns to a theme that enthralled readers of the 2014 Journal.

f) Collection of beer related poems. John Martin waxes lyrical on the subject of beer.