Brains Beer!

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No sleep, little food, what to do to stay awake and not go to bed too early from jet lag? Try the local beer! Last night I couldn't get into any normal pub due to the Rugby tournament and crowds of celebrating students. (I also learned that you can drink in public and be drunk in public in Cardiff) I had to retreat to the hotel lobby bar and try Welsh brand beer - Brains Gold. It was the typical lager but not harsh so I finished most of it. I also learned that food can be spicy here and didn't pay attention to what I ordered to eat only to find I got spicy style! The Brains helped with that.

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