The Babbity Bowster, Glasgow

The special beer on Thursday was Harviestoun Bitter & Twisted Ale, it's a fantastic taste and worth every penny!
The Deuchers was also in good fettle. I know that the prices are high but here we have the classic problem. What do we want? Do we want to see pubs closed down, or do we want to keep them open but pay a bit more? I'm sure that the landlord doesn't drive a Roller on the strength of his higher than average prices. His rates and rent in central Glasgow will not be cheap.
We stayed the night also. The food and accomodation were good. Accomodation elsewhere is much more expensive, so I suppose you gain on the rounabout what you lose on the swings.
We visited Blackfriars where there were 4 real ales available, but the lowest strength was 4.1. I find I can't enjoy a proper sesh on these strengths. Wetherspoons was OK but more like a supermarket than your friendly local store. None of the staff there have a moment to speak to their customers. Meanwhile back at the Babbity Bowster the staff are very friendly and look after most of your needs!

12 Mar 2011 11:16

The Punch Hotel, Darwen

A good friendy staff and regulars.
They serve Hopstar Brewery Beer.
Only one handpump last night, but the Winter Ale at 3.8 is delicious.
The best thing of all is the price, �1.75 per pint in Feb 2011!
The rating I have given is for the quality of the beer, I usually go while I'm waiting for a nearbye takeaway.

28 Feb 2011 11:20