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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
You've been drinking beer wrong and it's likely you've been doing it for years
Beer lovers, this one's for you. If you've been drinking beer all your life, you'll be surprised to find out you've probably been doing it wrong - according to an expert As the sun shines, many Brits flock to beer gardens for a refreshing pint with mates, but it turns out we might be enjoying our brews all wrong. From guzzling too quickly to choosing the incorrect glass, there are several faux pas you're likely committing when it comes to your pint. Grace Daley, Cruzcampo's UK senior brand manager, has revealed that a traditional pint glass might not be the best choice for your beer, which could shock many die-hard ale experts. Grace shared insights on why Cruzcampo is often served in a chalice to keep the beer "remains cold" and maintain the "lively" effervescence, as opposed to a standard pint glass. Grace advises beer enthusiasts to sip their drink "slowly", engaging "all your senses" to transform each gulp into an experience rather than hastily consuming without appreciation. For those aiming to impress as a "real expert", she suggests letting the flavour "glide over your tongue from front to back". Moreover, Grace warned against storing beer in the freezer or exposing it to direct sunlight, as these conditions can adversely affect the beer's taste. Beer isn't just for toasting; it can complement a fine meal as well. Forget what you know about wine pairings - beer has entered the chat, and according to one enthusiast, Cruzcampo is best enjoyed alongside tapas, because "the crisp, malty and slightly sweet taste, with a hint of bitterness cuts through rich, full-flavoured tapas". But that's not all - the way we've been drinking wine could be all muddled up too. Heather Muriello, a savvy New York-based booze expert, shared her wisdom on Instagram to her 10k fans, promising to elevate everyone's wine skills, especially when entertaining. She suggested in her post on her @winefarer page: "Have you heard of the 20/20 rule for wine?" She goes on to reveal the insider tip: "Learn this game-changing 20/20 rule in wine. Chill your reds in the fridge 20 minutes before serving to unleash their complex flavours, while letting whites rest out of the fridge for 20 minutes to reveal their full bouquet and bright acidity."
Rhyl Journal
02-05-2025
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
New Rhyl bistro café and bar opens its doors at former SPAR
Stephen Darbey, of Kinmel Bay, applied to Denbighshire County Council's planning committee for a change of use of the property, at 2 Marsh Road, which was given consent in February. Named The Marsh, the property had its bar area fitted last week, having been open as a coffee shop and sandwich bar since the closure of the SPAR shop. Mr Darbey, who ran the SPAR shop, said: 'As a SPAR, I really struggled. It was just easier for my and everyone else's lives to go down the route of a café/bar. Inside The Marsh (Image: Stephen Darbey) 'We officially opened the bar area on Friday (April 25), and it's been quite well-supported so far. We've had a nice crowd in; everyone's complimented us on the building and the location 'So far, it seems to be doing well, and will develop as time goes on. It's priced really competitively; we're aiming at local trade, rather than trying to attract holidaymakers. 'In the daytime, we're doing breakfasts and burgers, but I didn't think there'd be such a demand straight away, so we're going to start serving food in the evening, as well then.' Currently, The Marsh's opening hours are 8am until 2pm, and then 5-11pm. On draft at its bar are Inches, Guinness, Cruzcampo and Birra Moretti, while the food it serves include burgers, sandwiches, bagels and cooked breakfasts. Mr Darbey wrote in his planning application that he had 'consulted with numerous customers regarding the proposed change of use, and the feedback received was positive'. The council's planning committee approved the plans, with numerous conditions attached, including that its parking facilities are used by the café's customers only.
Powys County Times
27-04-2025
- Powys County Times
Mini drink driver who fled scene of B4355 accident banned
A YOUNG Powys man fled the scene of a road traffic accident after he had been drinking. Ryan Mellings' car suffered 'significant damage' following the crash, which occurred in Knighton on April 6. The 21-year-old pleaded guilty to drink driving at Llandrindod Wells Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, April 22. Mellings, of Noble Court, Knighton, was not at the scene when police officers arrived, but witnesses confirmed he had been the person driving the Mini Cooper. Jail for man who ordered fridge freezer to be delivered to woman's home Trial of Powys man charged with arson postponed Woman admits causing crash, in which man suffered lung and spinal injuries The accident occurred on the B4355, with prosecutor Skye Connors saying: 'Officers attended and found a Mini Cooper on the opposite side of the road with significant damage, particularly to the front near side of the vehicle. 'No-one else was hurt in the collision. The vehicle was registered to the defendant but he was not there. But people at the scene confirmed he had been driving – he is known in the local area.' When police eventually caught up with Mellings he told them he had drunk two pints of Cruzcampo lager. Samples at the police station showed Mellings had 51 micrograms of alcohol in his system – the legal limit is 35mcgs. Michelle Thomas, defending Mellings, said her client was an apprentice electrician. 'He is 21, lives at home with his parents and has a long-term girlfriend,' she said. 'He was struggling with his mental health and got into his vehicle to see his girlfriend; he thought he wasn't over the limit. 'He has been referred to mental health services and he cares for his mother and father." 'He has not been in court before and is ashamed.' He was also fined £403 and must pay a £161 surcharge and £85 costs.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
One of Southampton's oldest pubs getting back to its best under new ownership
One of Southampton's oldest pubs is being given a new lease of life under new owners who are promising to bring it back to its best. The Alexandra Hotel on Bellevue Road, affectionately known as The Alex, has been a pub since the 1870s and now the team behind an award-winning pub on the edge of Hampshire are making it their second venue. Tom Compton and his business partner Chris Young have had huge success the last 18 months with their country pub The Sussex Brewery in Emsworth and felt The Alex was the perfect city location, their second of a planned six within their independent group. (Image: The Alexandra Hotel)READ MORE:Take a look inside The Chilworth Arms after refurbishment Just a week into his new tenure, Tom told the Daily Echo: "I like a pub being a pub and that is what we are going for with The Alex. "People are already getting to know my face behind the bar and everyone is assured of a warm welcome and a great atmosphere. "In the short time we've been open, we're already hearing that people feel like The Alex is back to how it used to be. If you can get that in the space of a week, then I think you're onto a winner." (Image: The Alexandra Hotel) A full refurbishment is planned in around six months time but, for now, it's full steam ahead with plans for plenty of live entertainment at The Alex with live music every weekend, including tributes and retro bands. Tuesday night is quiz night with an open mic event on a Thursday and there are drag brunches and bingo in the pipeline at the LGBTQ+ friendly venue, which has its own pool table and will show some live sport. Tom is looking forward to meeting Saints fans on the next two sell out Saturdays match days at St Mary's and has a vision for a music and beer festival in the garden in the summer and a roaring fireplace in the winter. (Image: The Alexandra Hotel) Drinks include Cruzcampo, Birra Moretti, Guinness, Inch's Cider, Beavertown IPA, Heineken, Thatcher's Haze, and various spirits and wines with a selection of ales and freshly made cocktails from next week. The kitchen will launch its home cooked mini menu this weekend with dishes including steak and black pudding, with vegan choices also available. (Image: The Alexandra Hotel)
Euronews
12-02-2025
- Business
- Euronews
Heineken shares climb as brewer announces strong profits and buyback
Heineken shares rose by more than 12% on Wednesday as the firm announced an organic 5% rise in net revenue for 2024, which came in at €29.96bn. Operating profit, meanwhile, came in at €4.51bn, an 8.3% annual jump. Beer volume grew by 1.6% in the year, beating analysts' expectations of a 1.39% gain, and free operating cash flow exceeded €3bn. "We delivered solid results with broad-based growth and profit expansion in 2024", CEO Dolf van den Brink said in an earnings statement. "Premium volume grew 5%, led globally by Heineken, which was up 9%. Mainstream beer volume rose 2%, spearheaded by the leading brands in our largest markets, including Amstel in Brazil, Cruzcampo in the UK, and Kingfisher in India." Van den Brink also noted a strong performance by Desperados and Savanna cider in Southern Africa, as well as underlining a 10% rise in global sales of Heineken's non-alcoholic beer. In light of the strong results, the Dutch brewer announced a two-year €1.5bn share buyback programme. The move comes after a rocky period for Heineken, notably as consumers cut back on spending linked to cost-of-living pressures. Compared with February 2020, the brewer's share price is still down around 25%. Challenges in store "We anticipate ongoing macro-economic challenges that may affect our consumers, including weak consumer sentiment in Europe, volatility, inflationary pressures and currency devaluations across developing markets, and broader geopolitical fluctuations", said Heineken in its earnings statement. Looking ahead to results for 2025, the brewer predicted that operating profit (beia) would grow organically in the range of 4% to 8%. Technical factors, such as the timing of Easter and the Vietnamese celebration Tết, could affect the first quarter. Van den Brink told journalists on a call that he is monitoring potential tariffs from the US administration but did not envisage there would be a major impact.
