Founder's Better Half. Bourbon barrel aged. Definitely the better half!

https://i.imgur.com/F4qnN7Q.jpg

The second of the ASDA ales. Pours a clear dark amber, with a very thin head. Aroma is mild, can’t smell anything other than a bit of sweet malt. Taste is similar, watery and metallic and with a bit of earthy hop character. Didn’t enjoy this one so much and have certainly had better.

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Of the numerous beers I have sampled, my top choice will always be any of the stouts. Followed by porters, IPA and ale. Of the stouts, I do enjoy the those aged in bourbon oak barrels. Very strong, sometimes boozy but with an enjoyable after taste of bourbon.

Last nights sample coming in at 11% ABV. Fine bourbon flavor, a bit boozy. Definitely will get you where you want to go.

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Next up was this little beauty. Made exclusively for the Asda supermarket chain. "In honour of the boxer Gentleman Jack"
Sweet fruity/floral aroma. Deep bitter bronze colour nice steady tight head. Taste sweet malt nutty with fruity and lingering bitterness. Classic Shepherd Neame style. Very nice.

https://i.imgur.com/Oh3tgXz.jpg

Next one for me maybe this weekend or next anyway I got two of these.

https://groceries.morrisons.com/prod...94e9e6dbfb9c92

^Update


Had one yesterday and found it very nice.

Today another oakham ale.


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Tried the last of the ASDA ales last night and was pleasantly surprised.

https://i.imgur.com/geKNRBf.jpg

Bit late to the party, but anemia and insomnia will do that... Anyhow, this was right prior to Halloween. Not my usual budget, erm I mean fare, but I couldn't pass up a 2017 for $26... :Kaleun_Cheers:

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I'm more partial to these guys right here:

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Wow... I'm never likely to see (or drink) either of those, mate :Kaleun_Salute:

I didn't want to start a separate thread due to most of the people that drink beer and hard liquor live in the countries with less sunlight anyway :yep:

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-46253943

I'd say I drink no more in the winter months than in the summer, but then I am what I'd call a sensible, recreational drinker... 2 or 3 pints of something special at the weekend and a very occasional purchase of a bottle of rum or a special whisky. This isn't a thread for boozers, but that is an interesting article nonetheless :)

Surprisingly I see many beers at my local stores from around the globe. In fact, a Total Wine store near me had two aisles dedicated to beers from other countries. I can make my own six pack of different beers. Great store!

Strong for breakfast!

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