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1 21 st Scunthorpe Beer Festival September 2018 FOOD ALL SESSIONS 25 NEW & CLASSIC REAL ALES CAMRA MEMBERSHIP Cider & Perry TOMBOLA Limited Edition Glass

Welcome... Quite a lot has happened behind the scenes at the Scunthorpe & District Branch of CAMRA since the last festival, so let me first introduce myself.

Many of you will either know me or recognise me anyway, as I work in one of the town s local hostelries. On to the festival!

2 Welcome... Quite a lot has happened behind the scenes at the Scunthorpe & District Branch of CAMRA since the last festival, so let me first introduce myself. My name is Neil and I have taken over the responsibility of Beer Festival Organiser from Mark, who has decided to step down after organising the previous 20 Scunthorpe Beer Festivals. Many of you will either know me or recognise me anyway, as I work in one of the town s local hostelries. On to the festival! We ll have a limited edition half pint festival glass to purchase as a souvenir of the Occasion should you require one. There are also plenty of old festival half and pint glasses to hire if that s your preference, and all glasses are refundable provided they re undamaged. If you aren't a member already, you can join CAMRA at the festival. Just speak to a volunteer and they will be able to direct you to the branch membership secretary. Here we are again, at another festival, hopefully as successful as previous ones! This year s festival sees us move locations back to the function room at the Bridge Hotel, which is right next to Scunthorpe Rail Station. Now on to the best part - the beers! This year will hopefully be no different to any other year in terms of diversity and quality of the beers on offer. We ll have a range of 25 cask ales with a selection of ciders and perries to round it off. Amongst the breweries we have on today are Castle Rock, Ilkley, North Riding, Tiny Rebel and Thornbridge plus other breweries from around the UK. In a similar vein to previous years, we plan to have a handpulled bar featuring some well established, classic British breweries such as Dark Star, Higsons, Hop Back, Fullers, and Timothy Taylor. The festival is open on the following dates and times, with admission prices shown; Thursday 27th September 3-11pm ( 2); Friday 28th September 12-5pm (FREE); 5-11pm ( 2); Saturday 29th September 12-11pm ( 2); Sunday 30th September 12-4pm (FREE). Free entry to card-carrying CAMRA members at all times. So, there you have it. Do enjoy your local beer festival and many thanks for your support today. CHEERS! NEIL PATCHETT, FESTIVAL ORGANISER As Mark mentioned previously in last year s preview for the festival, there s a burgeoning craft beer culture now in this country which we hope to tap into for this festival. The names of some of the breweries might not be familiar to most, but we hope you like the beer anyway! There will also be reasonably priced food at all festival sessions to keep hunger at bay. Other attractions at the festival include the ever popular tombola. I have won on it myself a few times; there s something oddly satisfying about winning free beer! 2

3 Pub Quiz Try your hand at our multiple choice, beer-themed Pub Quiz, just for fun, and demonstrate your absolute mastery of all things beery. Good luck! Answers on page 11 Q1: WHICH BRITISH TOWN IS THE HOME OF PALE ALE, THANKS TO ITS MINERALLY RICH SPRING WATERS? a) Bury St Edmunds b) Burton-upon-Trent c) Masham Q2: WHERE IN BRITAIN WOULD YOU NORMALLY BE ABLE TO BUY A 60/- 70/- OR 80/- BEER? a) Northern Ireland b) Wales c) Scotland Q3: WHICH BIRD BECAME CLOSELY ASSOCIATED WITH GUINNESS DUE TO IT BEING USED IN GUINNESS ADVERTS FOR DECADES? a) Toucan b) Raven c) Jackdaw Q4: AT WHAT TEMPERATURE IS CASK ALE RECOMMENDED TO BE SERVED IN THE UK? a) 7-9 C b) C c) C Q5: FROM WHICH COUNTRY DOES KRONENBOURG LAGER ORIGINATE? a) Denmark b) France c) Czech Republic Q6: WHICH BEER WAS ONCE ADVERTISED AS THE CREAM OF MANCHESTER? a) Holts b) Hydes c) Boddingtons Q7: WHICH LONDON CRAFT BREWERY IS RUN BY LOGAN PLANT, SON OF LED ZEPPELIN LEAD SINGER ROBERT? a) Kernel b) Beavertown c) Pressure Drop Q8: WHICH MIDLANDS BREWERY PRODUCES A STRONG 6% ABV MILD BEER CALLED DARK RUBY? a) Sarah Hughes b) Bathams c) Banks Q9: WHAT S THE MOST COMMON PUB NAME IN THE UK? a) White Horse b) Royal Oak c) Red Lion Q10: WHICH FRUIT IS USED TO FLAVOUR A BELGIAN KRIEK BEER? a) Cherry b) Blackcurrant c) Strawberry Q11: FROM WHICH COUNTRY DOES TIGER BEER ORIGINATE? a) Japan b) Singapore c) Taiwan Q12: WHO IN 1946 IN THE EVENING STANDARD FANTASISED ABOUT HIS FAVOURITE PUB, CALLING IT THE MOON UNDER WATER? a) George Orwell 3

a) Pearly Queen b) Cockney Sparrow c) Nag s Head Quiz Rating 11-15 BEER MEISTER You know almost all there is to know about beer!

4 b) Graham Greene c) P G Wodehouse Q13: HOW MANY PINTS ARE THERE IN A FIRKIN? a) 36 b) 72 c) 144 Q14: WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE PECKHAM LOCAL FREQUENTED BY DEL BOY AND RODNEY TROTTER IN ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES? a) Pearly Queen b) Cockney Sparrow c) Nag s Head Quiz Rating BEER MEISTER You know almost all there is to know about beer! 6-10 BEER GEEK You have impressive beer knowledge; well on the way to Beer Meister status 1-5 BEER NOVICE You need to get out more and experience the wonderful world of beer! Q15: WHICH AMERICAN BREWERY IS FAMOUS FOR PRODUCING STEAM BEERS? a) Sierra Nevada b) Anchor c) Goose Island 4

Tasting Notes CLASSIC ALES BAR A selection of classic UK breweries and some of the beers they brew, all served on handpump, highlighting the enduring quality of British beer. Enjoy! 1.

3% CHISWICK, LONDON Tawny Autumnal ale with forest fruits on the nose, with flavours of toasted oats and caramel, plus the tang of blackberry and marmalade in the finish. 3. HIGSONS AMBER 4.

5% DOWNTON, WILTSHIRE East Kent Goldings, Citra, Celeia and Pioneer hops give this feisty blonde ale a great lipsmacking flavour. 5. PENNINE ALE-STORM 4.

5 Tasting Notes CLASSIC ALES BAR A selection of classic UK breweries and some of the beers they brew, all served on handpump, highlighting the enduring quality of British beer. Enjoy! 1. DARK STAR FESTIVAL 5% BRIGHTON, WEST SUSSEX A chestnut bronzecoloured bitter with a smooth taste and fresh flavour. 2. FULLERS RED FOX 4.3% CHISWICK, LONDON Tawny Autumnal ale with forest fruits on the nose, with flavours of toasted oats and caramel, plus the tang of blackberry and marmalade in the finish. 3. HIGSONS AMBER 4.1% LIVERPOOL, MERSEYSIDE Famous Liverpool brewery, now revived. Beer has a deep caramel colour with a delicate nose of blackcurrants and floral notes. 4. HOP BACK HOPFEST 4.5% DOWNTON, WILTSHIRE East Kent Goldings, Citra, Celeia and Pioneer hops give this feisty blonde ale a great lipsmacking flavour. 5. PENNINE ALE-STORM 4.2% BEDALE, NORTH YORKS Named after the brewery s Black Labrador, this blonde beer has a honey taste and a hint of pepper and spice. 6. TIMOTHY TAYLOR % KEIGHLEY, W. YORKS Named after the year Timothy Taylor started brewing, this special, limited edition brew is a modern, robust, easy drinking, malty brown ale. More great beers & classic ales 7. BACKYARD D & B PORTER 4.3% WALSALL, W. MIDS A twist on the classic porter, infused with dandelion and burdock for a modern, delicious take on the style. 8. BLACK HOLE NO ESCAPE 5.2% LITTLE EATON, DERBYS Dark beer with a combination of chocolate and damson flavours plus a hint of vanilla, supported by underlying roast malt. 9. CAMERON'S PHENOLOGY 5.0% HARTLEPOOL, CO.DURHAM A seasonal beer brewed in the style 5

of a Belgian saison/farmhouse ale. Has a soft malt character and spicy coriander and fruity orange flavours as a result of the Belgian yeast strain used. 10. CASTLE ROCK SCREECH OWL 5.

5% BLACKHEATH, WEST MIDS A milk stout brewed with lactose milk sugar to give a sweet flavour and infused with coffee beans to give a pronounced coffee flavour. 12. GREEN DUCK MEGALOMANIA 4.

8% RIPON, NORTH YORKS Session strength pale ale with UK hops for bitterness and US hops for aroma and flavour. 14. ILKLEY CROSSROADS 5.

6 of a Belgian saison/farmhouse ale. Has a soft malt character and spicy coriander and fruity orange flavours as a result of the Belgian yeast strain used. 10. CASTLE ROCK SCREECH OWL 5.5% NOTTINGHAM, NOTTS A strong, pale amber IPA with fresh hop aroma, smooth, citrus flavour and hoppy finish. 11. FIXED WHEEL CAFE CULTURE MILK STOUT 4.5% BLACKHEATH, WEST MIDS A milk stout brewed with lactose milk sugar to give a sweet flavour and infused with coffee beans to give a pronounced coffee flavour. 12. GREEN DUCK MEGALOMANIA 4.5% STOURBRIDGE, WEST MIDS A pale ale using European Kazbek and Brewers Gold hops. Has a light Pilsner malt backbone plus zesty lemon and blackcurrant flavours. 13. HAMBLETON HOPSMACKED 3.8% RIPON, NORTH YORKS Session strength pale ale with UK hops for bitterness and US hops for aroma and flavour. 14. ILKLEY CROSSROADS 5.4% ILKLEY, WEST YORKS A west coast style IPA where big floral notes compliment flavours of pine and mandarin orange, with a dry spicy finish. 15. J W LEES RAIL ROAD 4.2% MIDDLETON JUNCTION, MANCHESTER A dark mahogany-coloured ale with chocolate and orange aromas, roast, nutty flavours and good bitterness. 16. LOST INDUSTRY INGENIOUS BARSTEWARDS 6.9% SHEFFIELD, S.YORKS A strong, fruity IPA in the New England style, packed with flavour. Naturally hazy. 17. MORDUE TOMAHAWK STOUT 5.5% NORTH SHIELDS, TYNE & WEAR Bold, malt forward US style stout with big citrus aromas. 18. MR GRUNDY'S SNIPER 4.6% DERBY, DERBYS Amber- coloured, smooth, refreshing bitter with a hint of toffee and a satisfying, malty aroma. 19. NORTH RIDING HBC SESSION PALE 3.7% SCARBOROUGH, NORTH YORKS 6

A single hop, low ABV pale using HBC431 hops from the USA. Citrus fruits in the flavour and aroma. 20.

0% EAST MARKHAM, NOTTS Strong, golden beer with the zest of oranges and grapefruit in the taste and aroma.

smooth flavour of cappuccino coffee. 25. WAEN/HOPCRAFT PRAYERS FOR RAIN 5.4% PONTYCLUN, S.

Unfined and hazy. 21. RAT BREWERY PYRATMANIA 3.

Low bitterness, but with an intense fruity aroma from German Huell Melon hops. 22. THORNBRIDGE ETHEROW 4.

7 A single hop, low ABV pale using HBC431 hops from the USA. Citrus fruits in the flavour and aroma. 20. PHEASANTRY ORANGE PHEASANT 6.0% EAST MARKHAM, NOTTS Strong, golden beer with the zest of oranges and grapefruit in the taste and aroma. TRENT, STAFFS The talents of the brewer and barista meet with this combination of the original dry Titanic stout and the smooth flavour of cappuccino coffee. 25. WAEN/HOPCRAFT PRAYERS FOR RAIN 5.4% PONTYCLUN, S.WALES Amber-coloured New England IPA brewed with plenty of juicy American hops, especially chosen for their fruity character. Unfined and hazy. 21. RAT BREWERY PYRATMANIA 3.8% HUDDERSFIELD, WEST YORKS Golden, malty session ale brewed from pale and cara malts. Low bitterness, but with an intense fruity aroma from German Huell Melon hops. 22. THORNBRIDGE ETHEROW 4.4% BAKEWELL, DERBYS A limited edition release in which their classic Lord Marples grist is rejigged with Australian Galaxy and American Cascade hops to produce a hoppy best bitter. 23. TINY REBEL DUTTY 4.2% NEWPORT, S.WALES Vermont session IPA with a mild bitterness and a big, juicy, refreshing flavour. Unfiltered and hazy. 24. TITANIC CAPPUCCINO STOUT 4.5% STOKE-ON- AWARD WINNING BEERS CRAFT BREWED IN THE HEART OF LINCOLNSHIRE 7

Ciders & Perry 26. GWYNT-Y-DDRAIG CELTIC WARRIOR 5.5% PONTYPRIDD, S.WALES Sweet cider with a full mature flavour and a smooth balanced finish. 27. SCRUMPY WASP NICE PEAR 5.

8 Ciders & Perry 26. GWYNT-Y-DDRAIG CELTIC WARRIOR 5.5% PONTYPRIDD, S.WALES Sweet cider with a full mature flavour and a smooth balanced finish. 27. SCRUMPY WASP NICE PEAR 5.0% NEWARK, NOTTS Apples & pears are blended together to make a beautifully balanced, fullbodied, crystal clear and fruity pearcider hybrid, which is eminently drinkable. 28. SHEPPYS ORCHARD DEW CLOUDY 6.0% TAUNTON, SOMERSET Made from a classic traditional cider blend of cider apples with a small amount of dessert apples, to give this cider a fine, crisp taste. ALLERGY INFORMATION: Beers contain barley and may also contain wheat, rye or oats (Gluten) PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY WHEN ENJOYING THESE BEERS AND CIDERS 8

Dark Beer Trail OK people, I m gonna need your help here, so listen up. We re on the trail of six dark beers and there s not much time. I need you to find them before someone else does.

9 Dark Beer Trail OK people, I m gonna need your help here, so listen up. We re on the trail of six dark beers and there s not much time. I need you to find them before someone else does. need all your concentration to crack this case. No stopping off at Lola s for pastrami on rye, and that includes you Kowalski! This city never sleeps, so let s get to it. Remember the night has a thousand eyes, so let s be careful out there. [Chief, what does that even mean?] It s a cliché Hernandez all fictional detectives use them. Where was I? Oh yeh; you ll And just one more thing the Mayor says if you can find five of these beers, he s gonna throw in the sixth one for free. What a guy! DARK BEER TRAIL: DRINK A HALF OF 5 OF THE 6 DARK BEERS ON THE TRAIL, GET A STAMP IN EACH BOX BELOW, AND CLAIM A HALF OF THE 6TH DARK BEER FREE! (ONE CLAIM PER PERSON ONLY, WHILE STOCKS LAST) BACKYARD - D & B PORTER LEES RAILROAD BLACK HOLE NO ESCAPE MORDUE TOMAHAWK STOUT FIXED WHEEL CAFÉ CULTURE MILK STOUT TITANIC CAPPUCCINO STOUT With Thanks to Our Generous Sponsors: Barrie Kay, Barry Williams, Latius Ltd, Lost Industry Brewery, ZigZag Salons, NEIL Patchett 9

Joining CAMRA FROM AS LITTLE AS 25 A YEAR, THAT'S LESS THAN A PINT A MONTH! The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) was formed in 1971 and now has over 190,000 Members. Could you be the next?

10 Joining CAMRA FROM AS LITTLE AS 25 A YEAR, THAT'S LESS THAN A PINT A MONTH! The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) was formed in 1971 and now has over 190,000 Members. Could you be the next? Membership includes: 20 worth of JD Wetherspoon real ale vouchers Our quarterly magazine BEER Monthly newspaper What's Brewing Free or reduced entry to over 160 CAMRA run beer festivals Discounts on all CAMRA books Discounts on holidays and with certain retailers (see CAMRA website for details) Award Winning Dig eld Ales ABV 3.9% And if you join as a new member at this festival you ll receive beer tokens for two free pints! Just ask for details at the CAMRA membership stand. If you care about protecting British beer and pubs, why not join up today? CAMRA s four key campaigns are shown in the picture. MEMBERSHIP RATES ARE: FULL SINGLE MEMBERSHIP: 25 (NON-DIRECT DEBIT 27) FULL JOINT MEMBERSHIP: 30 (NON-DIRECT DEBIT 32) UNDER 26 MEMBERSHIP: 17 (NON-DIRECT DEBIT 19) JOINT UNDER 26 MEMBERSHIP: 22 (NON-DIRECT DEBIT 24) brewed at Lilford Lodge Farm Barnwell Northamptonshire FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CAMRA MEMBERSHIP, PLEASE VISIT THE CAMRA WEBSITE: 10

Craft Beer Connoisseur BRITISH BEER TYPES I ve been musing recently on how beer drinking is reported in our cherished media.

The stereotypical CAMRA member is often portrayed as a wild-haired, middle-aged, beer-bellied bloke wearing an old brewery T-shirt, jeans and sandals without socks (even in the icy depths of winter),

Why then you may ask, if that s the case, do I still sport my extravagant facial hair? My answer to that is simple I of course wear my luxuriant beard ironically. Happy drinking!

11 Craft Beer Connoisseur BRITISH BEER TYPES I ve been musing recently on how beer drinking is reported in our cherished media. CAMRA in particular has suffered from a gross misrepresentation of its members. The stereotypical CAMRA member is often portrayed as a wild-haired, middle-aged, beer-bellied bloke wearing an old brewery T-shirt, jeans and sandals without socks (even in the icy depths of winter), drinking beer with twigs in and looking for all the world as though they ve just spent the night in the nearest skip. Why then you may ask, if that s the case, do I still sport my extravagant facial hair? My answer to that is simple I of course wear my luxuriant beard ironically. Happy drinking! A BEERGEEK Based on the Morning Advertiser website feature, Craft Beer Connoisseur. In my travels to beer festivals up and down the land, I have found this to be far from the actual reality. CAMRA still has its quota of lovable eccentrics, but the wide range of people who attend festivals for the shared goal of enjoying good beer is, in these troubled times, quietly inspirational and humbling [slight catch in throat]. Unfortunately my beloved craft beer is being tarred with a similar brush. The media would have you believe that craft beer is the plaything of certain north London hipster types, with their flamboyant clothes, designer haircuts and Charles Darwin-esque beards. Nothing could be further from the truth (although one or two hirsute craft brewers with their beanie hats and plaid shirts may disagree). I see craft beer as just another welcome development in Britain s rich beer culture, open to anyone with an interest in good quality beers. ANSWERS TO PUB QUIZ 1 b) 2 c) 3 a) 4 b) 5b) 6 c) 7 b) 8 a) 9 c) 10 a) 11 b) 12 a) 13 b) 14 c) 15 b) 11

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