Tag Archives: Beer

Cheers to the lager drinking Michael Jackson

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Andrew

I’ve been casting around the internet trying to find various sources for some reviews I’m writing for a new beer book and came across a wonderful video interview with the late great Michael Jackson over at Sheltonbrothers.com. I spoke to … Continue reading →

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Castlemaine XXXX to be withdrawn

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Andrew

A slump in demand from British drinkers has led to brewers calling time on Australian lager Castlemaine XXXX.

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Why is British lager so weak?

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Andrew

Ron Pattinson over at his fantastically named blog asks the question about why British lager is so weak . Here’s an excerpt, you can read the rest on Ron’s blog: “In accordance with the announcement made in the House of … Continue reading →

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