I learned everything I could about making beer, and produced some good brews, if I say so myself. At that time, I was trying for Pale Ales - about 6% - Bass Ale was the commercial product I used as my benchmark.
I thought I did pretty well - not many around then who could evaluate my product with any expertise.
Side note - I met the first Mrs. MacNessa in that job. She was one of the greatest cooks I have ever encountered, and, of course, her efforts at making wine were far superior to mine. So much for knowledge - her instincts beat the Hell out of me! :)
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