Did I just go online and purchase a limited edition blond Belgian ale named "End of History" packaged in a stoat sporting a top hat and kilt? What is a stoat? Surely I didn’t pay $771.95!
It’s not an entirely unappealing idea when you get acquainted with the madcap brewers at Brewdog Ale of Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire…so raise a glass to Mr. Stoat, Mr. Rabbit, and Mr. Hare. May their circumstances improve from the dire straits which proceeded their current employment, you see they were victims of road-kill or other natural circumstances. Of course, the packaging is causing a stir among animal rights activists. When challenged, co-founder James Watts said: "I can think of no grander way to celebrate these animals than for them to be cherished by the lucky owners." There are only twelve in all, some of whom sport the jaunty top hats and kilts.
Ah, but what about the beer? " This is said to be the beer to end all beers hence the name "End of History." The madcap brewers have "torn up convention, blurred distinctions and pushed brewing and beer packaging to it’s absolute limits" according to co-founder James Watts who advises: "This artisan beer should be consumed in small servings whilst exuding an endearing pseudo vigilance and reverence for Mr Stoat. Indeed, reverence is due to Mr. Stoat and the skillful brewers’ creation. There are at least two more reasons I can think of for reverence and savoring; the ale contains a 55 per cent alcohol per volume, and….worthy of it’s artistry and uniqueness, the price tag hangs at 500 British pounds or $771.95 American dollars. Audacious, eccentric and artistic, Aberdeenshire, Brewdog Ale has many other creations, like the recent "Tactical Nuclear Penguin" and "Sink the Bismark" which you can see from their website, but it will be difficult to top The End of History. Late breaking news…it’s sold out! See site for other impressive beer!