Today's memories and sound bites
Ooohhhhh Aaaarghh..... It's International "Talk Like A Pirate Day" being celebrated in Conwy.
The ring of stone refers to Edwards defenses throughout Wales, comprising 7 castles built to further his campaign of subjugation against Llywelyn ap Gruffydd the last Prince of Wales, and consolidate English power. Conwy Castle is one of these and a World Heritage site, its just a step away from a number of interesting pubs. The Albion Ale House was recently reopened and has made a name for itself as a modern ale house serving well kept local ales very quickly, so was paid a visit this evening after a long and stressful day. They serve Edwards of Conwy pies here - brilliant!
Walked back to the car via the churchyard. There is a strange grave which commemorates the viist of Wordsworth to Conwy. he was inspired to write a poem about a small child who visits the family grave. One verse states "And where are they? I pray thee tell. She answered "Seven we are, And two of us at Conwy dwell". A wrought iron frame now covers the grave. However local legend says this is the grave of the Magnificent Seven ........
Drinks
1. Bragdy Nant, Mwnci Nel (5.5%)
Reactions
Emotional: It's gone to straight to my head and it smells like Mackesons. I like this dark winter beer.
Critical: Bready toasted multigrain, rich and comforting. Lovely dark colouration rich and comforting medium texture. Treacle toffee finish. After eating an Edwards of Conwy Huntsman pie the ale had chocolate notes.
2. Bragdy Nant, Chwerw Braf (4.1%)
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Emotional: Mmmmmmm its OK
Critical: Light and sharp without too much of a finish not too memorable if you like strong flavours. Probably best suited go a warm summer's day rather than a night by the fire in autumn. Would try again in a different atmosphere.
3. Conwy Brewery, Welsh Pride (4.4%)
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Emotional: Bog standard bitter. Good honest working man's pint.
Critical: Good balance of bitterness and sweetness in a medium bodied bitter. Not at all bad, but nothing to be writing home about. Steady session pint. Would always say yes to the quality if not the excitement.
4. Wincle Brewery, Sir Phillip (4.2%)
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Emotional: Oh! That's memorable and delicious
Critical: Nice amber colour and smooth head, quite a complex flavour. Hops and medium bodied flavour, with slight malty undertones.
5. Wincle Brewery, Rambler (4.0%)
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Emotional: Nice .... but maybe the flavour is obscured by all the others beers this evening.
Critical: Zingy bitter citrus hay. Little bit metallic. Greenish hops. Good clean finish.
6. Conwy Brewery, Crwr Mel (4.5%)
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Emotional: Easy to drink
Critical: Almost taste the honey. Otherwise this is an easy drinking pint with soft and gentle flavours of hop and low to medium bitterness.
Conwy view
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| Edwards the sausage and pie shop |
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| The Magnificent Seven? |
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