Beer aficionados

[Usarka]

I've just discovered that Galbraiths do take away in a nice 2.25 litre flagon.

The Bellringer is particularly tasty, as is the Grafton Porter that is being supped right now.

There's always a good reason for resurrecting a beer thread. Speaking of which the next fill might be the Resurrection Ale

[Gubb]

Just bought a dozen Speights Summit as my own little resignation present.

Seems like it's cashing in on the Steiny P bandwagon, but will report back later on tonight.

[Usarka]

Just bought a dozen Speights Summit as my own little resignation present.

Seems like it's cashing in on the Steiny P bandwagon, but will report back later on tonight.

The brewries may not realise, but what this whole "Pure" bandwagon is doing is telling us that the beer they have been selling us for the last 20 years has in fact been full of chemicals and preservatives.

But thats ok, trust us we now have this good stuff.......

[avgas]

any of u folks had 'drainlayers larger' provided by humes.
rubbish stuff really - but so refreshing after working a face for 10 hours.

[CookMySock]

anyone tried Mata Beer ? It's made just down the road from me.

http://www.mata.net.nz/


DB

[Gubb]

Just bought a dozen Speights Summit as my own little resignation present.

Seems like it's cashing in on the Steiny P bandwagon, but will report back later on tonight.

After sssschix of 'em, it's pales in comparison to Steiny P. Not noticeably different from normal Speights. The next second half tasted better for some reason.

[sAsLEX]

After sssschix of 'em, it's pales in comparison to Steiny P. Not noticeably different from normal Speights. The next second half tasted better for some reason.

One thung that is great about Pure is that there is no, well ok reduced, hangovers compared to the old shite.

[Gubb]

Aye, Steiny chemical hangovers aren't pleasant.

Two more to go, and i'll be dancing like this guy. ->

[jim.cox]

One thung that is great about Pure is that there is no, well ok reduced, hangovers compared to the old shite.

It might be pure - but its too sweet for me

Speights Summit is ok but I prefer their IPA

[Usarka]

Not a big fan of lagers recently, but just had a rather nice bottle of Force Premium NZ Lager, from Hawkes Bay Independent Brewery

A lot of lagers claim to be "european style", but this one is getting there. Nice full flavour without going silly overboard on the hops etc.

http://www.thefilterroom.co.nz/the_b...ting_notes.htm

Looking forward to the next bottle, Pure All Malt Lager. Mmmmmmmmm Nice one HBIB!!!!!

[Hitcher]

It's Brewjolais season at Mac's Bar in Wellington.

A posse of devotees will be rounded up shortly for the Annual Pilgrimage.

[Brian d marge]

The brewries may not realise, but what this whole "Pure" bandwagon is doing is telling us that the beer they have been selling us for the last 20 years has in fact been full of chemicals and preservatives.

But thats ok, trust us we now have this good stuff.......

a bit longer than 20 year ... I mean lion brown ..........its has its place , v hot day , v cold sweet beer , yes , but as a beer ,,,

Lager is cheap to produce , cost nothing , and well you get the point ,,,

There is a beer I quite like there and that's Porter ale larger bottle a touch more expensive ,, but quite nice


Home brew can be nice if done well , ( try using a differing sugar )

Stephen

Who has a classic old dark on the go at the mo ,,,,

[Usarka]

It's Brewjolais season at Mac's Bar in Wellington.

Best sampled before a hearty feed at The Honest Lawer in Nelson. Mmmmm. Find that ferry!

BTW The Pure lager from HBIB is aptly named in comparison imho. Very tasty but my repeat money is on the Force Premium.

[want-a-harley]

I know of galbraiths but is there anywhere else in Auckland that does real ales?

Also anywhere in Auckland where you can get guiness that doesn't taste like shit?

[Usarka]

I know of galbraiths but is there anywhere else in Auckland that does real ales?

Also anywhere in Auckland where you can get guiness that doesn't taste like shit?

GB's is the only real ale I know of in Auckland. Delighted if anyone knows better....

And regards to the Guiness - the stuff brewed in NZ is pants compared to the real deal. Best bet is to look for the "Beer Master" sign that (supposedly) shows they take good care of their piss - these are usually a better drop.