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Summer sip-sations to tickle your tastebuds in the sunshine
Alpacalypse Session IPA A modern hazy pale ale with a citrus aroma, tropical flavour and gentle bitterness. Inspired by quirky alpacas, it’s cool, crisp and refreshing.
Prior Life A 3.4% easy drinker with tropical notes of lychee and mango over a floral back note. Look out for the grapefruit aroma.
New England Juicy Lucy IPA A feisty USA-inspired hoppy ale that cuts through anything spicy with a tropical, citrus taste explosion.
Addictive 100% beef in original, teriyaki, sweet and hot lean beef jerky – plus a Biltong option – are low in calories and fat. A perfect high-protein, healthy snack.
Kieran Wilson, General Manager of The Craven Heifer near Ilkley in West Yorkshire
“We’re a traditional, character pub with seven bedrooms and a modern ‘bistro’ bar and restaurant with imaginative dishes with a Yorkshire influence. A TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice winner three years running.”
What drink would you take to a desert island?
Can I take two? Our refreshing Saltaire Blonde beer and The Hetton Pale Ale from the Dark Horse Brewery up the road. We use it to braise the meat in our Craven Heifer steak pie and in the batter for the fish and chips.
Most versatile soft drink?
Frobishers Fusion juices – they’re fantastic over ice or in cocktails. They only have natural sugars and are packed with fruit, so we can also sell the health benefits.
And your signature drink?
Sophie, our cocktail queen, does a stunning pistachio martini featuring Dolce Cliento pistachio cream liqueur, Baileys, Black Cow vodka and blue curacao. For a Twisted Passion Margarita recipe click here.
Top upselling tips?
Make sure your team have the answers before guests ask the question. Train them in food and drink pairing too.
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