If an ale — or especially a lager — is lovingly handcrafted by a small, independent brewer without using those methods, then it'll be a delicious craft beer, but it won't be real ale.

He wants to spread the love to the people by offering a day dedicated to cask-conditioned beers he’s calling the First Annual Real Ale Roundup. On Saturday, Nov. 17, from noon to 5 p.m., ...