As most of you will know, we spent most of last week getting teased by 300 beers (girls) at the Beer Fest Asia. And it was very clear which beer tents had bigger budgets based on the aesthetics of their beer (girls). Those who joined us there will validate this. Someone sent us this post [...]
It’s not common to get beers with an ABV of over 6% in Singapore, and this is probably partly due to the way alcohol is taxed here. And it’s a real pity because in a lot of other countries like Japan and Australia, the range of beers available in the pubs and supermarkets there expands [...]
Singapore’s very own Cannes for beers will make its 2nd appearance this year at Beerfest Asia 2010 with an expanded number of brews taking part – and we can’t wait. Having scored a couple of exclusive passes through our various connections, the intrepid 175proofers will be busy during the five day chug event. Beerfest or [...]
One thing I’ve learnt about drinking in foreign cities is to find a nice watering hole near your hotel and preferably with service staff that speak English. That’s why in Tokyo, I like going to the Baird Beer’s Nakameguro taproom which is a short ride from the hotel I normally stay at. Not only do [...]
Starwars fans – or more specifically, fans who watched the original ESB release in 1980, are being reminded how old they (and us) really are. It’s been that long since we first saw the AT-AT and furry Tauntauns (filled with warmth and life giving innards) during the battle of Hoth. And how I almost cried [...]
It’s a special day for our favourite bartender in Tokyo and probably the best in Shimbashi! Our buddy, Yuske is the resident bartender at Dry Dock in Tokyo and it’s his birthday today. And we know you’re reading this so happy birthday! And thanks for giving me Shiga Kogen beers! I shared the Shiga Kogen [...]
Last night I had the pleasure of hanging out at a ‘neighbourhood’ pub or local in Kuala Lumpur’s Bangsar South. Sid’s Pub in Bangsar South is a stone’s throw away from Mid Vally Megamall and office complex, so on a regular day you’d spot white collar types having an afterwork pint here, especially the folks [...]
If you happen to be in Melbourne this weekend, you have to check out the Beer & Brewer Expo which will be on from 20-22 May at the Federation Sqaure next to Flinder’s Station. It’s open to public with over 100 different local and imported beers and ciders. There’ll also be live demos on home brewing, [...]
We find that the most interesting beer surprises happen when we’re not even looking for them. Take my accidental find of Zorok beer from Vietnam. Yes we know it doesn’t sound Vietnamese, our discerning readers, but it’s where this crisp, clean brew originates. I happened to be at Far East Plaza and while idling some [...]
On all my trips to China the last few years, I’ve hardly ever seen Tsingtao served on tap in restaurants and bars. And when I made my first ever trip to Qingdao last week, I was really looking forward to checking out the “Beer Street” in the city and visit the Tsingtao brewhouse. Unfortunately, on [...]
