Centurions Ghost

As I am basically a working tourist here in the UK, I sometimes have to do touristy activities (Ok, I do a lot such as Oktoberfest etc, but lets not get too carried away). Anyhow, my wife has been at me for ages to visit York as historically her family (ok her Grandpa) are from the area and I was only too happy to oblige. I have been keen to check out beers produced by the York brewery for a while now and saw this as the perfect opportunity to do so!

So cutting to the chase I was forced to walk around in the cold following a local guide called George and then stand in the miserable sleet to "admire" the York Minster. Upon moving into the shambles we ditched old George and sought refuge and a cup of tea before exploring the Minster. I am an expert on Churches and my rule is that they are all the same. This one charges you to get inside does not even pay homage to one of the 23 patron saints of brewing! Anyhow, I sat in the corner while the Mrs explored every nook and cranny. Time was wearing thin when I finally managed to drag her into the York Brewery tied house "The Last Drop Inn" for a late lunch and a much needed pint. I went straight for the Centurions Ghost (5.4% abv) which is a rich and velvety porter that really did hit the spot. Served under a sparkler, the head was like shaving foam from an aerosol can but the beer was still lovely. I managed to get two pints in before SWMBO dragged me back to the station for the two hour train ride back to King's Cross. I'd really like to get back at some stage to try the rest of their range and also do the Brewery tour. At least the day finished on a high note! Website