The current economic status of the day precludes the average Joe from taking an above-average vacation to the islands. Adapting to these belt-tightening times, ScapeGoat Ink has found an affordable alternative to that Jamaican vacation you’ve been craving.

WEEK 12:

Red Stripe
Despite various other reviews describing it as an ale or pilsner, Red Stripe is in fact a lager and something of a worldly beer, brewed from Yakima Valley (USA) hops, European Malt, and water from the island’s Liguanea alluvium aquifer. First born in 1928, Red Stripe's brewers have maintained the recipe perfected in 1934 despite various owners through the years. The distinctive painted-on label and deceptive squat brown bottle marked “350ml” may give you the initial impression that you are being swindled out of some much needed liquid refreshment. Fear not, we confirmed the math and Red Stripe still holds 12fluid ounces. Plus, the 4.7% alcohol by volume greatly increases the value of this beer’s contribution to your mental vacation time.

Admittedly, Red Stripe is not big on flavor. It is however,part of a family of summertime swills that are light, refreshing, and perfect for drinking in the hottest sun—provided you have an icy cooler handy. We are also in agreement that to drink this creation from a glass would diminish your experience. And what’s cooler than being cool? Red Stripe also has been known to sponsor the ice-cold Jamaican bobsled team.
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