I’ve been swamped with beer this Christmas. Not a bad thing,
as one can never have too much (good) beer. I already had quite a stash; not
only bottles I’ve been accumulating over recent months, but also bottles I’d
brought back from this year’s many overseas trips. Belgium
features prominently on the list, but I’ve also got offerings from Austria
and the Czech Republic
to get stuck into.
Family and work colleagues have also stepped up to the plate
with beery gifts, including these Christmas-themed goodies. The
attractive-looking crate above, and its contents, came from two work colleagues. I haven’t had a chance
yet to catalogue the bottles, but they include offerings from Backyard, Bradfield,
Byatts, Conwy, Hop Studio and Ridgeway. First glance tells me they will be
good.
The Christmas selection pack, is a gift from our neighbours
for looking after their cat whilst they are away over Christmas.. It is from a
company called Cottage Delight, who are based at Leek in Staffordshire. The
company specialise in food items like cheese, preserves, sauces and cooking
aids, and have been trading for the past 40 years.
Cottage Delight founder, Nigel Cope, recently became a major
investor in the nearby Staffordshire Brewery, and this
selection pack is one of the results. As well as a Ruby and a Pale Ale, there
is a Stout included in the selection. And as if this was not enough, my son has, amongst others, also
got me the three goodies above from Beavertown Brewery.
I can’t start drinking yet, as I’ve got to pick the lad up from
work, but once he’s home, and the door is shut, then let the Christmas festivities begin!
Merry Christmas everyone.
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