Newcastle and Johnnie Walker

**John_Carrick** · 4th January 14, 04:00 AM

I was amazed to see that Newcastle Brown Ale seemed to be a popular brand in San Francisco whereas it is now quite niche in the UK (maybe not in Newcastle). Never my tipple but a quality product.
Black Label is very nice but seems to be as expensive as many good single malts.

**Spartan Tartan** · 4th January 14, 05:00 AM

I used to enjoy Newcastle a lot more often. These days, I tend to stick with whatever is locally brewed in my area--since I move every couple years or so, I always have plenty of new variety to work with.

I've never had Black Label...but I'm sure you were able to sufficiently enjoy yourself!

Good luck returning to school!

**Father Bill** · 4th January 14, 05:58 AM

I favour a Newcastle, but JW is never my tipple.

**ASinclair** · 4th January 14, 10:38 AM

Congratulations on your decision to go back to school and good luck! I've never had Newcastle and was always a Dewar's drinker before I discovered the miracle of single malt.

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**English Bloke** · 5th January 14, 01:08 AM

Newkie Brown (or "dog" as it's known in the Toon) ... Yum yum!!

**Jock Scot** · 5th January 14, 01:52 AM

I am not really a beer drinker, but a Newcastle Brown shandy does go down well on a hot day, as to Johny Walker, humm well. we don't see much of it over here these days-------------thank goodness!

**Phil** · 5th January 14, 04:59 AM

Originally Posted by Jock Scot

as to Johny Walker, humm well. we don't see much of it over here these days-------------thank goodness!

Yes, interesting one that. Whenever in Madeira Vat69 is very much in evidence there but not seen here. Obviously some brands mostly go for export. By the way I posted elsewhere - Aldi are selling a 24 year old Speyside malt for £34.99. Well worth a purchase if any still left!