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Stryke Super

8.5%, 4 500ml Cans, £5  From The Vide Zone

The Can Says: "Very strong lager serve well chilled"

Rortise says: Stryke super was indeed a rare find. Recently a vide zone was set up near to our local school, presumably to profit on the underage drinking epidemic sweeping our nation. It sells a wide range of alcopops, along with generic supers and Frosty Jack cider and as such is a haven for low lifes. On arrival I saw the price of 4 Tennents - £7!! but then my eyes swept upon the golden can of Stryke Super for only £4.89 and a full 500ml this was bound to be a enjoyable review. Combine this with 8.5% and dehydration from a game of football and we were on to a winner.

On appearance the can seems to have ripped off both Tennents and Special Brew. The gold colour is an almost direct reproduction of the famous Carlsberg gold and the circle is very Tennents in appearance. However, this is not a bad thing neither is copying the market leaders in going for a 500ml can, for this we commend Stryke. Not being a brand name we were wary as to the quality of beverage and this wariness was not unfounded. The taste is surprisingly good, if slightly mild in comparison to other rivals. This means that the alcohol is hidden well, and is thus quite and easy drink to get drunk on. Served cold or warm it is still a good brew, one to start a night out on really.

In Conclusion: Stryke super was indeed a surprise. What a stroke of luck a shop opening selling this beverage close to the tramp juice review site! However, this brew has its weak points. Basically its rarity means that the general tramp public are unaware of its residence in local shops. Saying this, its mild taste and aroma makes this brew a good beginners super and so this brew is awarded a mere 5/10

Fosco Says: "Personally, not a favourite my allegiance remains with the one and only Kestrel but entirely drinkable"

Bigdave says: "Tastes a bit different to other lagers but I would imagine after a few the taste wouldn't really matter"

 


 

 

 

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