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Old Aug 10th 2012 | 11:11 am
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Default Finally... A beer so good it deserves its own thread.

It's taken even longer than a decent UK Indian Curry, but finally the Aussies have done it. Brewed a beer that matches and surpasses most UK beers.

I wont describe it, just recommend, Grand Ridge, "Gippsland Gold" Pale Ale. Put it in a glass and drink it blind and your swear your in a local boozer in the English Countyside. with a damn good local ale in your hand.

There have been plenty of false starts for this elusive chalice... From Coopers to Little Creatures and beyond. This one actually achieves what it sets out to do.

Go grab as much as you can. Pricey of course 65 bucks a slab.... but probably worth it, when you do the comparisons. I'm addicted already and going to get some more totday.
 
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We love Grand Ridge beer - although we go for the Moonshine. Don't think I've tried the Pale Ale, but will give it a go next time.

http://www.grand-ridge.com.au/our_beer_.html
 
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Originally Posted by ozzieeagle
It's taken even longer than a decent UK Indian Curry, but finally the Aussies have done it. Brewed a beer that matches and surpasses most UK beers.

I wont describe it, just recommend, Grand Ridge, "Gippsland Gold" Pale Ale. Put it in a glass and drink it blind and your swear your in a local boozer in the English Countyside. with a damn good local ale in your hand.

There have been plenty of false starts for this elusive chalice... From Coopers to Little Creatures and beyond. This one actually achieves what it sets out to do.

Go grab as much as you can. Pricey of course 65 bucks a slab.... but probably worth it, when you do the comparisons. I'm addicted already and going to get some more totday.
What British beer would you compare it to most?
 
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Originally Posted by Zen10
What British beer would you compare it to most?
Very difficult for me to say.... I'd give it a measure against Old Speckled Hen though.

Its definitely better than Hook Nortons Haymaker, by a long way as well.
 
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Originally Posted by ozzieeagle
Very difficult for me to say.... I'd give it a measure against Old Speckled Hen though.

Its definitely better than Hook Nortons Haymaker.
Oh wow - interesting. I'm not drinking at the moment but I've made a note of your recommendation for future - thanks!
 
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Originally Posted by Zen10
Oh wow - interesting. I'm not drinking at the moment but I've made a note of your recommendation for future - thanks!
Yehp I'd love to see a blind test as to what people preferred OSH or the Gippsland one. I reckon it would be a close run race.
 

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