This week's beer hails from England and is touted as the "Cream of Manchester."  Here in America, we call it alcoholic milk. Trust me; it tastes a million times better than it sounds. 

WEEK 32:

Boddingtons Pub Ale

I bought the pint-size Boddingtons cans, which utilize the same device, termed a widget, originally patented by the Guinness Brewing Company. The widget is essentially a hollow plastic sphere with a small hole in one side, which helps maintain the characteristics of the beer's head. It wasn't surprising that this brew pours like a Guinness, but instead of the tan head and the deep, dark mocha color it's replaced by a creamy blonde and topped with a white head. There was nothing too defining in the smell, outside of a hint of hops that would reveal the amazing flavors that would follow. This tall, beautiful blonde is so smooth that it goes down almost too easy. There's a tad sweetness with a minor smokiness. With each sip it's like a step closer to an authentic English pub. You can almost hear the Footy blaring in the background, competing for the patron's attention, amidst the cheers and team songs rattling off the walls. I could drink these all night; however, if you're buying the cans they're sold in a 4-pack and they're a little pricey. However, with a full-bodied beer this smooth, its well worth it. The Irish may have Guinness, but the English have Boddingtons, and tonight I'm going blonde. Cheers!

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