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Sunday, July 18, 2010

Day 199 Drink: Newcastle Summer Ale


Newcastle was for decades sold as "The One and Only." Now there are two Newcastles -- two ales that is. In 2009 Newcastle brand managers tested the product and decided to put the brew in full distribution this summer.

When it comes to classic beers, I am a bit of a traditionalist. I'm not interested in trying a Guinness lager and I'd pass on a Bass Stout. So for me anything but a Newcastle Brown is suspect.

Newcastle Summer Ale is a 4.4 percent alcohol by volume brew that pours a straw yellow color with a bubbly moderate head. The beer's flavor has a slightly citrus edge and is fairly light.

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