The Brink, Manchester

Visited last Friday afternoon. There were a few people in at the time of my arrival but it started to quieten down as the lunch time crowd dispersed. No issues getting a seat anyway. Five hand pumps at the bar and all were on. I had a Black Edge Stout which set me back £1.60 for a half, which I considered to be quite reasonable. This was served in a nice fancy glass. I later had a half of The Rip by Track, a gorgeous IPA if on the strong side at 6.1%. This was a bit more expensive at £5 a pint or £2.50 for a half, but very pleasant indeed. Snacks are available in the form of scotch eggs from Beehive Food. There is a massive landscape cityscape photo of the Manchester area and various other pictures of local scenes adorn the walls. Pump clips decorate the beam running across the ceiling. I did notice a slightly sweaty smell to the place at first as if there wasn't quite enough ventilation. I have been in a couple of times before and never noticed this. It either disappeared, or perhaps the people causing it disappeared, or perhaps I got used to it, but either way I didn't notice it later on so no big deal. A great place, and I look forward to returning soon.

Best pub of the day so far. 10 ales either on tap or keg. I had Squawk which was an IPA from New Zealand and was on fine form. There was one hell of a photo of Manchester (I think) on one wall. I've no idea where it was taken from. Well worth a revisit.

A small cellar bar and a pretty good one. A single room and a quite pleasant one. Its a well kept place with comfortable enough seating which was banquettes and chairs. There are 5 handpumps (all which were serving different ales) plus a few crafty beer fonts. A friendly barperson and customers made for a pleasant enough afternoon drink.