Thursday, 21 August 2014

A rare visit to Warrington's oldest pub.

The Barley Mow is Warrington's oldest pub, and dates back to 1561.  The last time I entered this pleasant establishment a few years ago, they may have had one cask ale on at best.

How times have changed!  There were four available when I popped in during the week, ahead of meeting up for a meal nearby with my wife's family.  I opted for a taste of Big Red by the Ossett Brewery and Proper Job by the St Austell Brewery.

Big Red by the Ossett Brewery is a bit of a malty beer which provided a smooth, but not spectacular taste.  Score 7/10.

Proper Job by the St Austell Brewery provided a most megatastic first impression.  The taste provided by this pale ale was simply delicious.  Unfortunately the taste did then become a bit boring.  Score 8/10.