Real Ale

[Matt_B]

The Co-Op in Markfield have a lot of local (Rutland and Northampton) real ales and ciders on offer at the minute, not sure if all Co-Ops have it on.

 

[Orifice]

Did someone mention Brewdog earlier in the thread? On my first ever Brew Dog right now - Hardcore IPA 9.2%! Nice but im steaming after half!!!

Thanks Manx.

For research purposes I've just had a bottle.
IPA?? Paint stripper? creosote?

Thanks Manx, I'm now very comfortable and happy with the world.
I'm not sure wheather to relax for the rest of the evening or continue and get totaly obnoxious. The fact that I can type leads me to favour some of the latter.

 

[tedfoxxx]

Not a real ale but my old man recently had cause to visit Detmold in Germany and brought back a selection of local Pils.

Very tasty in the sunshine.

 

[Lako42]

Paulaner Is simply stunning, I first came across it in Oz but am contemplating a trip to Munich in Sept to sample some more.

 

[tedfoxxx]

Paulaner Is simply stunning, I first came across it in Oz but am contemplating a trip to Munich in Sept to sample some more.

Have a look for Bitburger if you do, its a cracker.

 

[tedfoxxx]

Out of interest, I'm going to Amsterdam for my 21st later this year, is there much going on beer-wise over there?

 

[The Major]

We stumbled upon a Bokbier festival while we were in Amsterdam about 10 years ago. The closest thing I can compare it with is Brown ale. Not bad.
You can do a tour of the Heineken factory as well, tasting included.

 

[tedfoxxx]

We stumbled upon a Bokbier festival while we were in Amsterdam about 10 years ago. The closest thing I can compare it with is Brown ale. Not bad.
You can do a tour of the Heineken factory as well, tasting included.

Cheer Major, we're going just before christmas so I'm hoping for a few food and beer festivals.

 

[Real Sharapova]

Lovely pint of St Peter's mild in Woodin's Shades near Liverpool Street yesterday.

 

[Orifice]

Have a look for Bitburger if you do, its a cracker.

I agree with that Ted.

 

[glyn]

Yep, best of the 4 for £6 Tesco deal so far. The Masham Glory was a bit too flowery for my taste.
Currently quaffing Thwaites Very Nutty Black 'Export Strength'. I think an e-mail to Trade Descriptions is in order as it's neither very nutty nor strong.
I expect that won't be the case with the Bengal Lancer, up next.

I rather enjoying taking the Old Crafty Hen (normally 2.49) as part of the 4 for £6 offer.

 

[glyn]

A week in Cornwall and a nice mix of Doom, Tribute and various Skinners ales.

 

[Blaarev]

A week in Cornwall and a nice mix of Doom, Tribute and various Skinners ales.

Tribute! Good stuff!

 

[GazLCFC]

Good pint (well 3) of Pheonix Gold From Byatts Brewary, in The Greyhound Inn in Coventry. Great beer in a good pub in a shithole town.

 

[MKFox]

A week in Cornwall and a nice mix of Doom, Tribute and various Skinners ales.

Try the hsd and proper job

 

[MKFox]

Out of interest, I'm going to Amsterdam for my 21st later this year, is there much going on beer-wise over there?

Oranjeboom, lovely stuff

 

[Orifice]

Is Oranjeboom draught still available in England? Not seen it for ages. I remember when it was launched here but that seems a very long while back, 30 yrs ish?

 

[bocadillo]

Is Oranjeboom draught still available in England? Not seen it for ages. I remember when it was launched here but that seems a very long while back, 30 yrs ish?

It is. It's brewed down here in Kent by Shepherd Neame under licence. Most of their pubs have it on draught.

 

[Lboro fox]

Good offer on at Lidl, 4 for £5. Offer includes Hobgoblin, Bishops Finger, Pedigree and Spitfire.

 

[homer]

I had a Bishop's Finger once......