I read this on the BBC this morning.
Perhaps CAMRA could sponsor a scheme to revive this ancient craft so inter-twined with the concept of real ale?
Update - I changed the title and decided to make Alastair Simms my Beer Hero of the Week, for single-handedly keeping alive a traditional part of the beer scene.
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ReplyDeleteLees gave up wood a few years ago but still have a cooper who makes the odd cask or three for the fancy versions of Harvest Ale that are shipped to the US.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the info gents!
ReplyDeleteAuntie Beeb should be given a right thrashing for spearding malicious lies! ;)