Last night, I found myself amidst a swirl of black and gold. The theme of the evening was as striking as it was fitting. Dark porters and stouts jostled for attention with the warm glow of amber lights, and somewhere in the mix, the gleam of a golden IPA caught my eye. That IPA was none other than Raw Brewery’s Grey Ghost, a beer that turned a simple pint into an experience. The Raw Brewery is a relatively new kid on the block, yet they bring a passion for real ale that belies its years. Holding a pint of Grey Ghost in one hand, I had the rare pleasure of talking to the brewer with the other. There’s something quietly exhilarating about discussing hops, malt, and fermenting schedules with the very person who made the liquid in your glass. Let’s be honest: you don’t get that with a pint of John Smith’s. The Brew Itself Pouring a glass of Grey Ghost is immediately satisfying. The ale gleams a sunny yellow, crowned with a pale, off-white head that lingers just long enough to pr...
The notebook of a renegade bartender and amateur drinking enthusiast with a passion for real ale, beer festivals, microbrewing, and pubs. Relentless rants on what to drink, while quaffing, scoffing and reviewing from both sides of the bar.