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Cask ale is predominantly served in pubs, meaning the future of this traditional beer is closely linked to the survival of these establishments. The grim reality is stark: over 2,000 pubs have closed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, roughly one out of every 20 pubs in the UK. The loss of these pubs is seen as a tragedy, not solely in economic terms but as a devastating blow to community connections and cultural identity.