Originally posted by Korpen
Hobgoblin is NOT a very good ale, it is ok, but not very good.
Much rather drink an ESB or Imperial (stout).
In my humble opinion, Hobgoblin is pretty damn good, especially when servedon draught. We have a good ale pub down in town, called The Hobgoblin, which naturally serves this and other quality ales.
Now best, well I don't think you can really beat Gulden Draak for taste. Then again, at 10,5% you shouldn't drink too much of it.