February 2014 - Transatlantic Brews

Pub closures in the UK: Is there light at the end of the Tunnel?

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Marc Henshall

26 Pubs close every week in the UK; at least according to the last statement from CAMARA in 2013. This figure paints a gloomy future for the Great British pub and leaves one to question whether or not we’ve somehow fallen out of love with an iconic part of British life. The good news is,

Is British beer warm & flat? – Cask vs Keg

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Marc Henshall

‘Warm & flat’ British beer is an interesting misconception, and a commonly asked question from North Americans. It is a myth, but it’s one that’s quite easy to see the origins of. British Beer is NOT warm, neither is it flat. However, many people from the US and Canada believe this to be the case. So where