Ale and Beer

Northern Powerhouse: how the top operators roll

The latest MA500 event took place in the booming Yorkshire city of Leeds in September. Members heard from experts in the field of design, employee engagement and social media, as well as fellow top operators.

Source:Northern Powerhouse: how the top operators roll

Elm City Brewing Co

Brewpub
Date and time reviewed: Tue, 08 Nov 2016 21:42:40 EST

Overall Score: 48.3
Selection: 2 | Service: 3.25 | Atmosphere: 2 | Food: 2.25

Reviewer: Curmudgeon

Wife Persimmon and I took over in August, 2016 to spend a year traveling around the country.

We had a few lists to assist us in our journey; Best Brewpubs in Every State, Best Under-rated Brewpubs in every State, Best Small Towns in Every State and Best “Hippie” Town in Every State.

So, when we go to New Hampshire in early November, we had to travel through Keene.

It was not what I would call a “hippie” town. Full of Wal-Marts and Wal-Greens and McDonald’s and Panera Breads (they’re getting to be everywhere…like Subway.)

It does have its own brewery however — although I have come to believe that you can find a brewery in every small burg across these united state.

Elm City operates in a downtown mall that appears to be losing clients. Several of the store fronts are empty, many moving on to what I assume, are cheaper environs in the city. This appears to be a modern mall, a renovated mill of some kind.

Elm City Brewing is the biggest client here with outdoor seating, a large inside and a half dozen beers on tap. The menu is basic brewpub fare although there are some interesting New England variations like a sweet potato and corn chowder soup.

The Baltic Porter was the darkest brew available and at 8%, it was robust & malty but nothing special. Some notes of coffee that disappeared quickly.

Opening at 11:30, by the time we left a bit after noon, the place was “jumping” so the locals apparently like what they eat and drink.

For us, it left something to be desired…character.

Link to this Review at beermapping.com

Source:Elm City Brewing Co

Cheshire East Council turns down late-night levy

A council has turned down the opportunity to consult on a late-night levy (LNL) and early morning restriction order (EMRO).

Source:Cheshire East Council turns down late-night levy

Brighton pub selling illicit alcohol allowed to keep licence

A Brighton pub has been allowed to keep its licence despite claims of “openly selling” illicit alcohol to customers, Brighton and Hove City Council confirmed on Monday (7 November).

Source:Brighton pub selling illicit alcohol allowed to keep licence

Click and connect: East Sussex pub attracts customers with lessons in digital skills

An East Sussex pub has helped equip at least a dozen people with computer skills as it continues its mission to serve as a community hub.

Source:Click and connect: East Sussex pub attracts customers with lessons in digital skills

Camden Town Brewery launches fourth festive beer

Camden Town Brewery has announced the launch of a new limited edition beer to celebrate Christmas and the New Year.

Source:Camden Town Brewery launches fourth festive beer

Health risks of alcohol should be labelled like cigarettes

Police chiefs have called for the health implications of alcohol to be labelled on drinks in pubs as part of the licensing objectives.

Source:Health risks of alcohol should be labelled like cigarettes

Carlsberg launches new draught beer dispenser for on-trade

Carlsberg UK has launched a new beer dispenser system for bars called DraughtMaster.

Source:Carlsberg launches new draught beer dispenser for on-trade

Christmas food offers: our guide to festive feasts

With summer now a distant memory, planning for the festive season is well under way for many licensees.

Source:Christmas food offers: our guide to festive feasts

Eating out in UK is 'absolute nightmare' for diabetics

Pubs and restaurants are missing out on millions of potential customers by not providing or flagging low-sugar options suitable for diabetics, a leading campaigner has warned.

Source:Eating out in UK is 'absolute nightmare' for diabetics