We didn’t land in Normandy, nor did we have our D-Day. It was more of a B-Evening, for #beersaturday. And it definitely wasn’t any B-list kind of fun. Quite the opposite; it was the liveliest night of the entire Hive Open Days. A little bit impromptu. Then again... when traveling with me, can a craft beer session ever truly be unexpected? I think not! But let's take it from the top.
Others have already covered the program in Alicante. In the style of professional reporters. Or festival enthusiasts. Or just however their pen happened to flow. Look up the reports from the Clean Planet Walk if you're craving the details of that very day. I took advantage of a sleepy moment on the boat back to Alicante (and the fact that @tibfox doesn't stomach these sailings all too well) and began pulling strings like a seasoned puppeteer. Or pub-peteer. How about we head out for a beer tonight? We'll grab a shower, catch a little siesta, and meet up at La Mala Buena in an hour and a half. I’m sure it’ll be much more buena than mala.
It worked like a charm. Whoever wanted to come raised their hand. And apparently, even those who kept their hands down showed up. For twenty hands, we needed nearly thirty chairs. Luckily, both camareros were way more chill than the staff on the pirate island (wouldn't you expect it to be the other way around?). Or anywhere else, for that matter. We didn't even spook them with our rather unusual request for a reservation for twenty thirsty throats in fifty minutes flat. Perhaps because @honeydue and I stopped by in person.
Then a shower (we had, after all, actually been picking up trash) and back we went. The tables seemed inflatable; there was always room for one or two more Hiveans. After all, in Spain, there is simply no such thing as a full bar. Which is exactly why physicists from all over the world flock here, trying to describe this phenomenon for future generations. But when it comes down to that spacetime paradox, even the sharpest minds of Nobel laureates fall short against all those cañas, pintas, jarras, chupitos, and mostly, the liquids contained within them. But that's a story for another time. Or space.
The evening stretched out until closing time. Some took my recommendation and tasted a beer they hadn't even known existed. Among the ladies, various Gelato Sour Ales from the Polish microbrewery Funky Fluid were a massive hit. @honeydue and @ninaeatshere spread the beer gospel, while @livinguktaiwan, @alessandrawhite, and @mipiano tasted with gusto. The gentlemen stuck to more conservative beer styles, but everyone found their sweet spot. Or bitter, most people leaned towards the bitter brews.
But above all, had there been a physicist in the bar, they would have appreciated our Brownian motion around the pushed-together tables; everyone mingled with everyone, toasting and tasting. The food was worth it too, though Nina might write more about that.
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And as the evening leaned toward its end, it was time for a sweet finale. For @honeydue, an Imperial Stout with a fish on the can; for me, a DDH TIPA fittingly named Looking for More. We shared these drinks with the last castaways of our pushed-together table archipelago, and then simply boarded our lifeboats and set off for home.
The best night, the greatest memories. Thanks to everyone who braved "one of my infamous beer journeys," as my love called this hoppy excursion into the land of flavors and aromas.
Till the next time!
I’d love to invite... well, everyone to participate in #BeerSaturday hosted by @detlev. What's your take on La Mala Buena?
It definitely wasn't unexpected—quite the opposite: I had faith and hope that we'd end up one night at a nice tavern with fun tasting options, just like you pulled off here! Because, without a doubt, we were counting on your expert guidance to make sure the outcome was much more "Buena" than Mala—both the idea and the venue! Thanks for that!
Your comment about scientists reminded me of the famous “Pint of Science” event, making me think we should have a similar idea at Hive… hmm, interesting.
Hahaha, thanks for the pressure—I’ve got the culinary recap ready to share in a few days; for now, I like the idea of revelling in the memory of the beers we tried; honestly, your photos of the freshly poured beers are making me thirsty again.
As for the Gelato beers, spot on—they were way better than anyone could have expected; I’d definitely have another!
And the concise take on La Mala Buena was spot on—it’s a place I’ll definitely recommend in Alicante; on the other hand, I found it really fun to read a review that was much more laid-back and relaxed than usual—we really brought out the friendly side of the God of Fish!
Cheers!
Book a trip to Poland then ;) We can meet at the brewery that brews them ;)
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It was a great night. I was exhausted (which means it was a great day) so I left early and after having had just one single beer, and I regret that because the only beers I regret are the beers I didn't drink.
We have talked so much about beer, specially czech beer, in the days before that just for me to end up drinking a single one and bouncing off lol
But then again I have had too much wine for lunch, have you drank the wines that were served to us while we were at the island? It was good but too much for me hahaha
I am sure there will be other beer drinking nights. And, perhaps, karaokes :)) Ever seen a singing fish? ;)
The wines on the island, I thought, were actually quite tasty! Weren't you the generous hand that at some point even traded bottles with our side of the table? I remember appreciating that quite well :D until next time.
BAAAHAHAHAHA TRUE! I just wanted to taste the wines, I am glad someone took the "excess" from my bottle lol
Gladly :)))
It was a great night in which, like the rest of the gentlemen, he opted for a traditional beer... Thank you very much @godfish for showing us the way. The brewery was an unbeatable choice.
A hug!!
Thanks for the kind words :)
Gracias!! 😌🙏
Since I’ve been reading you, I’ve seen so many different beers that I never imagined could exist. I would gladly join the gospel of beer. 😂
...the gospel of beer - 🤣
That's the spirit! :)
😅
Definitely not a B-list night. My favorite of the event, as you know :) Fantastic choice, my love. And thanks for showing me which kinds of beers are cool - I was just saying how amazing that Imperial Stout was.
My pleasure, iubire :)
Great beers and nice Hive evening :)
!BEER
Indeed! Traveling with me always includes beer tasting! At the source, if possible :)
What a great evening, all of the Hive community hanging out together in such a beautiful bar in Spain, it was really great to read the story. It sounds like your craft beer experience was amazing. Thanks for sharing these beautiful moments.
Is there anything better than sipping craft beer with your friends? ;)
You're absolutely right, good friends and good drinks make the best memories. Cheers
Nice, they let you stamp the !BEER stamp on that game (was it a darts game?)...
Glad you have enjoyed.
I guess so, didn't pay that much attention to it :) Also, it is a #worldmappin sticker ;)
It is.. my words just missed my mouth.. LOL I should know, I have used a few! !LOL
:)
Looks like it was a great time. The beer is what is most important anyway! I always enjoy seeing different beers from around the world even though I might not drink it as much as I used to. I did have one pint myself this past weekend though. Perhaps I was there in spirit!
The people were the most important thing :) The beer was just a bonus.
Priorities I guess... :)
:)
That was a really great place for some drinks. Luckily you didn't take any pictures of me after my Triple Karmeliet. 😅 That one hit me hard.
No wonder :)
As usual, great #BeerSaturday review!! And you are right, there is no term "full bar" in Spain... 🤣
Btw, I think you are making some bad (or maybe good... not sure yet) influence on me... This was the second time we were together in a "beer bar" and I drunk my second beer ever! That's not a coincidence... That's a trend... 😂
See you soon somewhere in the world, the latest in Barcelona... 😃
Cheers! :)) Which one did you have?
Huh.... Have no idea... As I was on drugs (legal ones), I had a non-alcoholic beer... I think mipiano will create a post soon with the photo... :)
Gotta check her post then :))
There it is... lol
I've seen it in mipiano's post :)
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A very joyful moment. I like this food place quite a bit. The clear photography you capture especially made my feelings even more fresh. The beauty of the food was very tempting. Along with the drinks, it gave a different feeling. Have a nice day.
It is a beer place.
There is no specific place for beer in our country. Keep enjoying. Your photography has caught my eye. 🍔🍷🍺
The chaotic, spontaneous energy of those photos, like the best kind of unscripted chaos. That wall of beers calling you in and the crowd around the table? Pure convos and shared laughter. Can’t help but wish I was in the mix, trading stories over a pint (or ten). Even the "full bar" bit is poetry in motion. Whoever’s reading this, if you’ve been on one of these trips, you know exactly what I’m talking about.
What's so chaotic about the photos?