The other candidates were

Bombardier (at 4.1) - but everyone is doing it these days
Youngs ordinary - but (a) we've had it and (b) although it was lovely Leopards disapproved.
St Austell Tribute - but we had one St Austell already (see below) and change is there to be rung
St Austell Trelawny - we had and was smashing, but been there done that
Adnams Lighthouse (3.4) - a bit over hoppy for my taste
Master Brew - Sorry shirt murderer I just don't like it
Greene King IPA - (3.6) which although hoppy I like but I think I am in a minority there
Reverend James (see above)
Hobgoblin - (4.5 in cask) but again very well known (and IMHO more damaging than a rated 4.5 would suggest)


So there you have it from the beer gourmet.