The Legend That is Steve Gilroy

-

Craft Beer and micro brewing in South Africa is not a new art form. Many people have been at it for years, perfecting their recipes and finding one that can stand the test of time as well as the test of other breweries. There are many big names that stand out in the global and local craft beer scene but none like Steve Gilroy’s, Or Gilly’s, as some people call him. He has been brewing for over 40 years and his challenge still stands to any other brewer to make a beer that can better his, (Hence the Gauntlet in his crest ) Now whether you’re a home brewer, own your own brewery or, just an avid fan of the great and pure beers that we call Craft beer, you are sure to have heard of Gilroy’s Beer. If not Then Listen up! Gilroy’s beer is ranked 3rd in the world and the best in South Africa. Not so bad for a beer that comes from the ass end of the ass end of the ass end of the world (as Steve puts it). These beers are a definite MUSTY TRY and once tried you’ll soon be buying a lot more. The beer is perfect for a nice warm summer afternoon or even a chill winter one too! Be it a Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or even our reason to drink, Mondays, this beer will be enjoyed till every last sip, except the last (because that means it’s finished).

Gilroy's have an array of beers to suit your thirst.
The beers range from Premium Lager (4% Golden Lager), a traditional European Rheinheitsgebot styled lager that is clear and gold, any lager lover will become a Gilroy's Lager enthusiast after drinking this. The Favourite (4% Pale Ale), aptly named as it is the favourite of all the beers and adored by many, best enjoyed as a fruity summer beer that leaves a delicious caramelised sugar/molasses taste dancing on the pallet. Next Traditional (4.5% Red Irish Ale), this ruby Gem is a one-of-a-kind beer and is definitely so simple yet so delicious and palatable. Lastly the Serious (5.5% Royal Dark Ale), this beer does not play games and a few drafts of these will bring you down a peg or two, it has a darker more bold taste than the rest but does not make your mouth feel as if you licked a burnt log. All these beers are all natural (the way the Good (Irish) Lord himself intended), Meaning they have no preservatives. They’re low/ naturally carbonated and leave the sweetest tastes in your mouth. My favourites are the Lager, The Favourite, The Traditional and The Serious. (To get a full description of the beers follow the links at the end of the article.)

Gilroy’s does offer a “Beer Experience”, this is probably the greatest thing any beer lover can attend! When in the Muldersdrift are, or even if you live far away, you must phone and book for the beer experience. You will learn the MANY health benefits of beer as well as what the meaning of the Gilroy family shield means, and you will learn to imbibe and immerse yourself in the golden, as well as pale,  red, and royal dark nectar.  The atmosphere at the restaurant/Brewpub is like no other.  With live bands and lots of atmosphere and “Gees”, (The Afrikaans term). Gilroy’s is one the best places to hang out, have a couple beers and have the best food. On the weekends you get to see Steve Gilroy himself recite a poem of his own creation, which is then concluded by the traditional salute of Middle fingers raised high, full glasses higher and an exclamation of “UP YOURS!”

So in the wise words of the Legend himself.
UP YOURS!
Oskar Roux (Ozzy)
The Links
Gilroy’s Home page: www.Gilroybeers.co.za
The Beer Description: http://www.gilroybeers.co.za/index.php/our-beers

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

The PDP wired Xbox one controller

-
Image
Have you ever played a certain type of game and thought; “Man, this would be so much better with a controller?” Good, then keep reading. As someone that has always grown up playing on a PlayStation since their original models, all the way down to the PS4, adjusting to a new remote is always challenging. I was never really against the idea of an Xbox but just preferred PlayStation because of tradition I guess. This love and tradition started all thanks to my older brother who bought me a PS1 when they came out. So in a sense, you could say he started my love for gaming. (Tanks Max)   At some point, I changed over to PC but still kept the PlayStation around for when friends were over. Now that I game, virtually, solely on a PC I found it strange using a controller but some games are undeniably more comfortable on a controller. So, I decided to invest in a PDP Xbox one wired controller. Considering it only sets you back roughly R600 from the usual online tech retailers, I wa...
Read more

Gilded words

-
Let the world be rubber  And you be the glue I'll bounce off others and stick to you Catch you when you fall Pick you up again in the winter Even tend to your nasty splinters I'll be the one that gathers your rosebuds in spring And be your cooling shade in the summer. And when  Sticks and stones (Against you) Will crack and splinter, And words for your beauty will never leave me  Remember ravishing is what you are, As I am ravenous  (How do I know)  Because it takes poetry To know poetry And that is just what you are. Poetry in motion šŸ–¤ ~ Oskar Roux @WizardOfOz013 on twitter @Ozymandias13 on instagram
Read more

Blue Dorito crusted Jalapeno Poppers

-
Image
Ingredients: The desired quantity of JalapeƱos A small bowl of water 1 cup of milk 1 – 2 cups of flour 1 bag of blue Doritos (or any other desired chips) 2-3 slices of bread (4 if making a lot of poppers) or 1 to 2 cups breadcrumbs 1 cup grated cheddar or mozzarella Grated parmesan (optional) 1 tub of either cream cheese or thickish chip dip 1 tablespoon of bacon bits (optional) 1 tablespoon of Chives or spring onion finely cut Salt and pepper to taste Oil for shallow or deep frying Deep pan/pot for deep frying Method:   Halve and deseed the jalapeƱos. (The seeds can be kept and added into cheese mix later to add extra spice). I prefer cutting the tops off a little way down from the stem and then using the back/handle of a teaspoon to scrape the seeds out, but this does make them more difficult to fill with the cheese mix, unless you have a thickish syringe or a nozzle for a piping bag or tube that will fit in the chili. Make sur...
Read more