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Beer – #205 – Wychwood -WychCraft

Continuing  my English beer redux – the Wychwood WychCraft, Brewed by Wychwood (Marstons plc) in the style of a Golden Ale/Blond Ale and that be in Witney, England, possible the middle … Continue reading

September 8, 2013 · Leave a comment

Beer – #204 – Ringwood – Boondoggle

Ringwood Boondoggle – in a bottle – Brewed by Ringwood (Marstons plc) in the style of a Golden Ale/Blond Ale and they do that in Ringwood, England, where ever that is. I … Continue reading

September 8, 2013 · 1 Comment

Beer – #203 – Epic and 8 Wired Brewing – I of the Zombie

A collaboration beer – I of the Zombie – a Black IPA,  with an ABV of 9%, or Epic Hop Zombie and the 8Wired iStout in one glass. See : Beer … Continue reading

September 8, 2013 · 6 Comments

Out and About – Skysport Grill Auckland Viaduct

Skysport Grill is New Zealand’s first purpose built genuine sports grill and bar, featuring 25+ sports viewing screens and 40+ beers on tap from all over. It has an exciting menu … Continue reading

September 7, 2013 · 1 Comment

Beer – #202 – Rogue – Voodoo Doughnut Bacon Maple Ale

Yes it is Rogue Voodoo Doughnut Bacon Maple Ale. In a bottle. It’s a Sunday, it’s Father’s day.  It seemed appropriate that I entertain myself with this. This of course is … Continue reading

September 1, 2013 · 3 Comments

Beer – #201 – The Twisted Hop – Enigma

The Twisted Hop Enigma, a Barley Wine, Brewed by The Twisted Hop in the style of a  Barley Wine in good old Christchurch, New Zealand. Where I shall be next week, and … Continue reading

August 30, 2013 · 4 Comments

Beer – #200 – Harviestoun – Ola Dubh Special Reserve 18

200 beers that I’ve written about, and this one is #200 – A Harviestoun – Ola Dubh Special Reserve 18.  Seems appropriate that I get there with something a little … Continue reading

August 17, 2013 · Leave a comment

Beer – #199 – Garage Projects – L’il Red Rye

I start tonight with a beer that’s been in the fridge for a while, because I’ve been looking forward to it, it’s a Garage Projects – L’il Red Rye. Brewed … Continue reading

August 17, 2013 · 1 Comment

Things this week: A potted History.

Had a bit of a week. Did some management things which are the things that shouldn’t make a Manager happy. Couldn’t play in the 5-a-side finals night, I was travelling … Continue reading

August 17, 2013 · Leave a comment

Beer – #198 – 8 Wired – HopWired IPA

8 Wired HopWired IPA. Brewed by  8 Wired Brewing , although brewed at Renaissance Brewing in the sttyle: India Pale Ale (IPA) and that’s all the thing in Blenheim, New Zealand. 7.3% ABV making 500ml about … Continue reading

August 10, 2013 · 7 Comments

The less of me, the one with the heart

I’m not actually sure what I was thinking, but I have a Nike Sportswatch, and this allows me to track my exercise. One of it’s capabilities is to link to a … Continue reading

August 8, 2013 · Leave a comment

Beer – #197 – The Twisted Hop – Sauvin Pilsner

The Twisted Hop – Sauvin Pilsner, Brewed by The Twisted Hop in the Style of a Pilsener and they do that in Christchurch, New Zealand. This is in a rather … Continue reading

July 28, 2013 · 1 Comment

Beer – #196 – Rogue Farms – Dirtoir Black Lager

Rogue Farms – Dirtoir Black Lager – formely known as Chatoe Rogue – First Growth – Dirtoir Black Lager. Brewed by Rogue Ales in the Style of a  Schwarzbier in, of course,  Newport, Oregon USA 650ml of … Continue reading

July 27, 2013 · 4 Comments

Beer – #195 – Chimay – Triple / Blanche (White) / Cinq Cents

Chimay Triple / Blanche (White) / Cinq Cents, Brewed by Chimay and this one in the Style of an  Abbey Tripel in Baileux, Belgium. The final in the group of three, Blue, Red and White. Chimay … Continue reading

July 24, 2013 · Leave a comment

The one that’s all about me.

I’m actually being a bit lazy. I didn’t start out thinking I’d post a blog only  about beer, and beer, I had this grand plan to write about other things … Continue reading

July 22, 2013 · 2 Comments

A Look Back At Top of the Pops: 1978

July 21, 2013 · Leave a comment

Beer #194 – Rogue – HazelNut Brown Nectar

And another of the seemingly endless concoctions from Rogue – this one Rogue HazelNut Brown Nectar. Brewed by Rogue Ales in the style of a dull as ditch water sounding  Brown Ale and they … Continue reading

July 19, 2013 · Leave a comment

Beer – #193 – Rogue – Voodoo Doughnut Chocolate Peanut Butter and Banana Ale

A most improbable beer then – Rogue Voodoo Doughnut Chocolate Peanut Butter and Banana Ale, with I hasten to add – Natural Flavours! Brewed of course by Rogue Ales and this is in … Continue reading

July 19, 2013 · 4 Comments

Beer #192 – Green Flash – Palate Wrecker

Green Flash Palate Wrecker – Brewed by Green Flash Brewing Co. in the style of a  Imperial/Double IPA in sunny  California USA This is a 9.5%ABV – 4.9 Standard drinks – beer – in … Continue reading

July 12, 2013 · Leave a comment

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