I just have to share this new discovery. I am of the opinion that most fly-fishemen and women have a well-developed appreciation for some of the finer things in life, which for some of us probably includes a taste for great world-class brews. I have always had a passion for Guinness Stout Irish Ale, but alas, since I no longer drink alchohol, I thought that simple pleasure was lost to me forever. But it was not to be so.

In trying to come up with a fast-energizing, pick-me-up sort of beverage, I discovered a non-alcoholic combination that is almost indistinguishable from Guinness, with the same taste and body. It even has the same wonderful tan, creamy head on it. And while it contains no alcohol, it has enough caffine in it to raise the dead!

Psuedo-Guinness

2+ TBSP Bustello Instant Expresso mixed in 1/4 cup cold water (or real expresso, cold, without the water).
1 TBSP sugar
12 oz. of Coca-Cola (or Jolt)
12 oz. of A & W Cream Soda

Dissolve the sugar in the expresso. Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and serve over ice. Makes 3 servings. ENJOY!!!!

Semper Fi!