WiScottsin > wrote:

> "Alex" > wrote in message
> ...
> > I am doing a Steak and Ale pie, which i have a recipe for (although
> > anyone like to chip in with a few more will not be unappreciated) and i
> > want to substitute the Guinness in the recipe for another ale, does
> > anyone have any experience or suggestions?
> >
> > Thanks
> >
>
> I've never had Steak and Ale pie, but I've had Guiness. It seems a bit
> "dry" to me (although very tasty for drinking ;-) Perhaps a harvest ale or
> a more "fruity" dark ale would do, adding more flavor to the pie. I'm from
> the U.S., so I don't know a lot about U.K. beer brands. A dark red beer
> might work too.

In that case the OP might try Old Peculier or Belhaven 80/-.