Maryland Breweries At The Great British Beer Festival
I’m long overdue for a visit to the UK …. the last time I was there was May 2007!!!! As, until recently, I was working the brewery solo, taking an extended vacation (actually, even taking a day off) was a challenge! My last UK visit involved stockpiling huge amounts of beer and then stopping production for 3 weeks … a logistical nightmare to say the least. Even now that I have a part time assistant (welcome to new Oliver brewer Pat) I still can’t seem to get away. However, I’m pleased to announce that in August I will be in London in spirit at least , that is to say my beer will be! This year there will be a strong showing from regional brewers at the Great British Beer Festival thanks to the folk at www.softspile.com and local co-ordination from Mike at Franklins Brewery. The festival plays host to beers from far and wide, many from the States and there will be a judging of the Champion American Beer of the Festival. I admit, I’m not sure which other breweries are involved or what they’ll be sending but Oliver’s will be represented by a cask of Oak Aged 3 Lions (returning to it’s spiritual home, sort of). Of course I’d like to say I’ll be there with it but that’s unlikely (although feel free to petition the owners of the brewery to send me over there for a long weekend!). It’s a great step forward for the local cask ale scene which continues to grow in stature.
Tags: Cask Ale