Capt_Mainwaring Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 10 hours ago, Roger Mexico said: Partly it's global warming meaning that even the same wines from the same vineyards may be stronger because of more sugar in the grapes. It's going to become an issue for certain appellations such as Bordeaux, where ABV is stipulated as part of the rules (think it's max 15 or 15.5). They're already closing in on that. They're not able to unnaturally alter it either, under current rules of the appellation, so in a very hot, dry year the ABV will be higher (can't irrigate vines, can't tinker with it in the fermentation etc.). Only way to go would be to change the rules, otherwise in some years output would be reduced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emesde Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 The appellation states a minimum of 10.5 % but I don't think there is a maximum stated. The producers certainly don't want to push the abv too high as commercially it hits sales as consumers are generally looking to cut alcohol consumption rather than increase it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackwhite Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 (edited) 11 hours ago, Lilly said: I was wondering about the effects of the high alcohol content in the craft ales. I suppose it's meant to be consumed slowly with appreciation for the different qualities on offer. Yeah. Some people think it's a challenge! I sat with a couple last night and either shared them or took a lot of time. At that sort of strength they tend to only be sold in 1/3 of a pint too, which is a good thing. Edited October 14, 2023 by jackwhite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Mainwaring Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 (edited) 27 minutes ago, emesde said: The appellation states a minimum of 10.5 % but I don't think there is a maximum stated. The producers certainly don't want to push the abv too high as commercially it hits sales as consumers are generally looking to cut alcohol consumption rather than increase it. I was there this year for a wine tour, there's a maximum and the châteaux are concerned about it sadly 😥 ETA: the upper limit may just be for white Bordeaux Edited October 14, 2023 by Capt_Mainwaring Addition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 On 10/14/2023 at 9:26 AM, jackwhite said: Yeah. Some people think it's a challenge! I sat with a couple last night and either shared them or took a lot of time. At that sort of strength they tend to only be sold in 1/3 of a pint too, which is a good thing. Spent a pleasant evening in Hops watching the England match. I bought a big can of 12% Rumy Imp Stout. Wish it was in 330ml! It was a challenge. Got me to the start of the second half. Then had to buy someone a little tamer. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTeapot Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 1 hour ago, The Phantom said: I bought a big can of 12% Rumy Imp Stout. How much did it cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 42 minutes ago, TheTeapot said: How much did it cost? £9. Not bad considering a pint of piss 3% is £6 in 1886 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyDave Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 2 minutes ago, The Phantom said: £9. Not bad considering a pint of piss 3% is £6 in 1886 It’s not a bad price, but what “piss 3% is £6 in 1886” ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finlo Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 1 minute ago, CrazyDave said: It’s not a bad price, but what “piss 3% is £6 in 1886” ? Carling probably as that is portrayed as "premium" by H&B. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyDave Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 32 minutes ago, finlo said: Carling probably as that is portrayed as "premium" by H&B. Nah. It’s just something @The Phantom made up to try and make a funny about somewhere he has probably never been. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 10 hours ago, CrazyDave said: Nah. It’s just something @The Phantom made up to try and make a funny about somewhere he has probably never been. I must have missed the bit about 1886 being an aspirational place to visit. Is the ambience, clientele, decor or artisanal products that make it the pinnacle of the Manx social scene? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Mexico Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 1 hour ago, The Phantom said: I must have missed the bit about 1886 being an aspirational place to visit. Is the ambience, clientele, decor or artisanal products that make it the pinnacle of the Manx social scene? They have bouncers at the door. That must mean that it must be very difficult to get in and exclusive. Right? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 4 minutes ago, Roger Mexico said: They have bouncers at the door. That must mean that it must be very difficult to get in and exclusive. Right? They need someone to ensure you can't get in unless you're a Chav, drug dealer or Slag. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyDave Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 11 minutes ago, The Phantom said: They need someone to ensure you can't get in unless you're a Chav, drug dealer or Slag. Which 3% beer food they sell for £6? There are no bouncers for the majority of the time they are open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 35 minutes ago, CrazyDave said: Which 3% beer food they sell for £6? There are no bouncers for the majority of the time they are open. Beer is drink, not food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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