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Another #decembeer trio…..

~ Phil Lengthorn ~ 2 Comments

Last night saw the English Department's (plus a few gatecrashers) Christmas Meal, and a good opportunity to get some beer drunk. It was a very good night that began and ended in The Cosy Club with a lovely three course meal in between at Jim's Yard. A good night was had by all….

And so to the beer…

#20 is from Rutland's The Grainstore Brewery….Three Kings…

#21 the world famous….Old Speckled Hen….

#22 Fuller's London Pride…..

Out of this trio there was a clear winner and a clear loser:

  • Three Kings – smooth, good full-bodied flavour normally associated with the stronger beers. Nice.
  • Old Speckled Hen – light and refreshing, but with a harsh aftertaste. Not good.
  • London Pride – horrible. It says on the label 'outstanding' – that is a lie. Enough said.

 

700 Santas and a Bishops Farewell….

~ Phil Lengthorn ~ 3 Comments

The day began with a gentle 5km run around Burghley House dressed as Santa. And strangely enough I was not alone, in fact, around 700 other Santas were also going for a gentle 5km run….

No, this was not just a strange coincidence, but the annual Rotary Club of Stamford's Santa Run. 700 men, women and children dressed in ridiculous outfits, including incredibly itchy beards, and all in the aid of charity.

So today we actually have a reason to celebrate. Anyone fancy a beer? And so to #18 of #decembeer, from Oakham Ales…..Bishops Farewell….

NB: I had actually finished marking before opening

So, 18 beers down, and here is my opinion of Bishops Farewell:

  • This beer has a very distinct citrus aroma, I can definitely smell a bit of lime going on (I think).
  • A very clean, crisp taste, with a dry finish.
  • A hoppy beer that is easy to drink.

Move over Oz Clarke!!