Celebrate the long weekend
It’s likely that this year is going to be the first normal Easter many of us have had for some time. So, it’s time to kick back and enjoy the lighter days with a session beer that’s sure to make friendly gatherings stretch out long into the evening.
From Attic Brew Co in Stirchley, Birmingham, a microbrewery local to me, is just 4.4% ABV – the perfect strength for drinking more than one while not becoming totally incomprehensible. It’s hazy, with the tantalising aroma of peaches and pineapple, translating into a moderately bitter finish. It’s one I can’t put down. The other cool thing about Attic is that owners Oli and Sam, who met at university, have a glorious taproom that’s family-friendly and a welcome addition to our local scene. Most coffee shops can’t oblige with alcoholic beverages, of course, but if you don’t want to head to the pub, the taproom of your nearest brewery is worth checking out – you can usually have a good snoop at the mash tun and fermenting vessels, where all the magic happens. Supporting your local breweries as they emerge from the devastation that covid wreaked on the hospitality industry is important.
