Richard, Stateside I like the idea of ordering a pitcher of beer for a session among friends, but ordering root beer was an unexpected mistake, typical of a Limey, looking for a cheap drink. You only get it wrong once. Sampling the diversity of craft beers in the Pacific North West shows what brewing talent there is in the States, sadly overshadowed by the likes of Bud, Miller etc. I was slagged off for drinking Coors, my pal in San Diego said it was redneck or trailer trash booze....As a visitor I just thought it a pleasant brew, so evidently these brands all have their own demographic. Oh, and if you want to be served, sit down rather than stand in line at the bar. Depends on the establishment, but seated means you want in. Don't ask for a takeaway, say "To go". In New England I sampled Schrod..... something very familiar under a world away name.
Col, At least I got one right. A Ute is a utility vehicle, a baccy is a pick up truck with no raised sides, maybe more S.African origin, and a stubbie is a small can of beer. How did I do? Great to have the "O" on the end of any shortened noun! Saves energy in a time of global warming.
Swarfy.
