What are you drinking now?

Beermeister32 · 2025-09-12T19:20:57-0400

Here’s a malty and delicious 4.8% ABV Helles that would have made George proud. If he wasn’t having to take on the Hessians that is!

Seriously though, Weihenstephaner gets virtually perfect marks for their true-to style Munich Helles. Ok, Ok, I know Weihenstephaner is actually a few clicks outside of Munich proper, but who’s counting anyway? I mean it’s not FESTBIER - no issues then!

The World’s Oldest Brewery, since 1040! Strap that one on and think about it! Let’s see, (2025-1040)/25 years/generation = 39 generations of humans enjoying Weihenstephaner. Come to think of it, thirsty drinkers actually started cranking “them babies” out early back then, bumping that to 20 years puts us at 49 generations of humans. Fantastic beer the whole time now that’s what I call dedication to the cause!

Rish · 2025-09-12T19:41:18-0400

HB grape wheat

Pennine · 2025-09-12T20:08:15-0400

Onto the Paulaner version. This one is as good as the Weihenstephan version.

ThirstyPawsHB · 2025-09-12T21:22:10-0400

If things go as planned this should be my 1st stop on the Oregon Coast Sunday.

VB Action tonight

bwible · 2025-09-12T21:34:25-0400

Boodle's is a prestigious gentlemen's club in London, founded in 1762. Located at 28 St James's Street since 1782, it is known for its exclusive membership, which includes British aristocrats and notable politicians. The club is the second oldest of its kind in London, following only White's. Ian Fleming and Winston Churchill were both members of Boodles, and Fleming even based his fictional club, Blades, on Boodles. Fleming was a member from 1944 until his death, while Churchill became an honorary life member after World War II.

Ian Fleming and Boodles

Membership: Fleming was a member of Boodles from 1944 until his death.
Inspiration: Fleming used Boodles as the basis for Blades, the fictional private members' club featured in his James Bond novels, such as Moonraker.
Association: Boodles was a significant location in Fleming's life and his work, serving as a place for events and connections.

Winston Churchill and Boodles

Honorary Membership: Churchill became an honorary life member of the club after World War II.
Unusual Admission: Boodles was notable for being the only traditional Georgian club to welcome Churchill as a member.

Their Connection

Both men were prominent figures who were members of the prestigious London club. Fleming's membership placed him in a circle that included high-ranking MI6 officers and was a key part of his life, further connecting him to the establishment of which Churchill was also a part.