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Boston Globe
4 days ago
- General
- Boston Globe
Jack McAuliffe, who brewed a craft beer revolution, dies at 80
New Albion offered something profoundly different: handmade ales using just water, barley, hops, and yeast. Mr. McAuliffe and his partners, Suzy Denison and Jane Zimmerman, ran the label out of a rundown warehouse in Sonoma, Calif., making just 400 barrels a year, about as much as Coors could produce in a few minutes. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up The very idea of small-batch beer was such an anomaly that Mr. McAuliffe struggled to find equipment and ingredients. Instead, he fashioned much of the production line himself from materials he had scavenged from a junkyard. Advertisement Unable to buy traditional hops in small quantities, he opted for a new variety, cascade, whose notes of fruit and pine didn't appeal to the big breweries -- but which, thanks to Mr. McAuliffe, became a prized part of the craft brewing repertoire. His DIY ethic likewise became a defining characteristic of craft brewing, said Theresa McCulla, a former curator at the National Museum of American History who documented the history of beer in America. Advertisement 'He really showed Americans that if you can build it and sheetrock it, and weld it, then you can brew your own great beer,' she said in an interview. Mr. McAuliffe called his brewery New Albion as an homage to a long-closed predecessor in the Bay Area, as well as to the name Sir Francis Drake gave the region when he sailed along the coast of Northern California in 1579. A drawing of Drake's flagship, the Golden Hind, appeared on New Albion's labels. New Albion was profiled in The New York Times and The Washington Post, and demand for its beers grew rapidly. Still, Mr. McAuliffe was unable to secure bank loans to fund expansion, and the brewery closed in 1982. Though New Albion lasted less than six years, practically every craft pioneer who came along afterward has cited the brewery as an inspiration, among them Ken Grossman of Sierra Nevada, Jim Koch of Sam Adams, and Sam Calagione of Dogfish Head. 'They say that when the Ramones first played in England, members of the Clash were in the audience, members of the Sex Pistols were in the audience, then away they went,' Calagione said in an interview. 'While the Ramones launched a million bands, Jack McAuliffe launched 10,000 American craft breweries.' John Robert McAuliffe was born May 11, 1945, in Caracas, Venezuela, where his father, John James McAuliffe, was a code breaker for the US government. His mother, Margaret (Quigley) McAuliffe, was a teacher. After World War II, Jack's father joined the State Department. The family lived in Medellín, Colombia, and later in Northern Virginia while his father taught at American University in Washington. Advertisement In high school, Jack became enthralled with welding and worked in a shop as an apprentice. He enrolled at Michigan Technological University but quit to join the Navy. He was posted to a base in Scotland, where he repaired submarine antennas. In his free time, he developed a fondness for British ales -- especially full-bodied porters and stouts -- and began brewing his own at home. After he was honorably discharged from a base in the San Francisco Bay Area, Mr. McAuliffe decided to stay. He received an associate degree from the City College of San Francisco and worked for an engineering company in Sunnyvale, Calif., all the while dreaming of making his beloved British-style ales in the United States. Finally, in 1975, he met Denison and Zimmerman, who each put in $1,500 in seed money to start New Albion. Mr. McAuliffe was a demanding brewmaster, and Zimmerman left the company. But Denison stayed on, eventually running most of the daily operations. 'He totally trusted me,' she said in an interview. 'He might go into San Francisco to pick up hops or something and leave me completely in charge.' After the brewery closed, Mr. McAuliffe sold his equipment to a new brewery, the Mendocino Brewing Co., where he worked for a time as a brewmaster. He soon quit, he said, because after being a captain, he couldn't stomach working as a deckhand. But he continued supporting the craft brewing movement, in one instance working with Fritz Maytag, the owner of the Anchor Brewing Co. in San Francisco, on securing legislation to allow brew pubs to serve food. Advertisement Mr. McAuliffe later lived in Nevada and Texas before settling in Arkansas. Along with his daughter, he leaves his sisters, Cathy and Margarita McAuliffe; his brother, Tom; two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Craft beer did not take off as a national phenomenon until the late 1990s, and many in the new generation of drinkers had never heard of New Albion. That began to change in 2012. Koch, of Sam Adams, contacted Mr. McAuliffe to tell him that not only had he bought the trademark to New Albion, but he also wanted to resurrect the beer as a limited release. After leading a nationwide tour reintroducing New Albion to craft-beer fans, Koch gave the proceeds from the beer and the rights to the New Albion name to Mr. McAuliffe. And in 2019, the National Museum of American History, part of the Smithsonian Institution, featured items related to New Albion in a permanent exhibit on craft brewing, including an original bottle of its ale and a photograph of Mr. McAuliffe. McCulla, who designed the exhibit, interviewed Mr. McAuliffe for an oral history of craft brewing in 2019. She asked him what he thought of his legacy. 'Damnedest thing I ever saw,' he said. 'It's really hard to believe that this happened.' This article originally appeared in
Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
I'm a Devon local who's walked the South West Coast Path numerous times – my best spots The Salt Path movie doesn't show
And that's not to mention the stunning views too WALK IT OUT I'm a Devon local who's walked the South West Coast Path numerous times – my best spots The Salt Path movie doesn't show Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) STANDING at the top of a cliff, with serene waters lapping onto the rocks below with beaches either side of me, this place feels as if I am on the coast of Italy - not Devon. The South West Coast Path - also known as The Salt Path - stretches over 630miles in its entirety. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 The South West Coast Path - also known as The Salt Path - stretches over 630miles in its entirety Credit: Cyann Fielding 8 Part of that route includes The English Riviera in Devon - with numerous beaches and coves Credit: Cyann Fielding And one 'small' (around 13 miles to be precise) section of it, I've walked year after year thanks to the fact that I grew up in Devon. The South West Coast Path has been famous for decades for providing some of the most stunning views of the UK's coasts. Yet, with the recent release of The Salt Path film based on Raynor Winn's 2018 book, the trail has been launched back into the limelight. Starting at Brixham at around 9am, I would set off to reach my secondary school based in Torquay - several cliff-edge walks, beach crossings and town excursions away. This section of the path runs along the coasts of the English Riviera - including the historic fishing town of Brixham, the traditional seaside town of Paignton and then finally, the home of Agatha Christie - Torquay. And along this section of Devon's coast are several stunning spots and unique places to explore - hence, doing this walk each year was a real treat. Brixham Heading across from Torquay on the ferry, I would join the coastal path in Brixham. Home to a bustling harbour with a long history of fishing, Brixham is a quaint town at one end of the English Riviera. For those wanting to do the walk more leisurely, it is well worth exploring the town for its myriad of independent shops and the Golden Hind – a full-size replica of Sir Francis Drake's ship that he used to explore the globe in the 16th century. Heading around the harbour and past the fish market, you will then pass Brixham Laboratory - which is home to a cutting-edge marine research facility - before heading off into a wood area. Scotland's Cheapest & Most Expensive Coastal Towns On the headland you will get your first amazing views of the harbour and English Riviera ahead of you – full of colourful bobbing boats and - if you're lucky - some seals in sight. The headland itself is also a historic spot - home to Brixham Battery - the little buildings scattered across the headland are actually disused bunkers that used to house guns in World War II. You'll then come to the first of many coves on the route - Fishcombe Cove. It features a little pebble beach and a cafe, in case you want to stop for a bite. Heading through another small woodland, you then reach Churston Cove - another small pebble beach. 8 On this part of the path, you 'll head past major seaside towns like Paignton and Torquay Credit: Cyann Fielding 8 You'll head across sandy beaches including Goodrington and Broadsands in Paignton Credit: Alamy This section of the walk is particularly up-and-down though, with many steep inclines - so not for the faint-hearted. Just before you start the Paignton section of the path, you will cross Elberry Cove - a stunning pebble beach, often with turquoise waters and a historic bath house ruin. Paignton Across another headland with dramatic cliff edges, walkers will then reach the first sandy beach on this part of the path. Broadsands Beach is a long, family-friendly beach with a range of facilities including cafes, beach huts, toilets, car parking and kayak and paddleboard hire. Many of my weekends as a child would be spent on this beach rock pooling and building sandcastles. 8 There are a number of quieter pebble coves on the path too Credit: Alamy 8 Other sights include a full-size replica of the Golden Hind in Brixham Credit: Alamy And the beach has lifeguards too, so even when I got too much sand in my eyes there was someone to help. Following the path, you will then head inland a bit to Broadsands Viaduct, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Over another headland, with a narrow sandy path right at the cliff edge, you then reach Goodrington Beach - another long sandy beach popular with families. There is also a whole host of venues and activities here to explore, including crazy golf, a boating lake and Splashdown Quaywest - the largest outdoor waterpark in the UK. Following the path along the beach and over another headland, you then reach Paignton harbour, beach and town. Take some time here to refresh in one of the many cafes and restaurant and have some fun with the slot machines on the pier before heading off towards Torquay. 8 And a viaduct designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in Paignton Credit: Alamy Torquay For the final part of this section of the South West Coast Path, you will venture onto some roads before reaching Livermead sand, just ahead of Torquay beach and town. Whilst I used to then venture off to the quaint village of Cockington to then head back to my school, Torquay boasts a number of other family-friendly beaches. And Torquay town also has so much to explore including a pretty harbour – which is always great for some expensive boat spotting – and a bustling high street. Make sure to grab some fish and chips, pasties or even a cream tea (with cream first!) as this town really does Devon delicacies well. And then if you are feeling extra ambitious, you can continue along the path onto Babbacombe and Teignmouth. These are the 10 stunning UK beaches starring in the new Hollywood movie – from little-known coves to underground tunnels. Plus, the UK's best seaside walks have been revealed including a secret celeb-loved island.
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
I'm a Devon local who's walked the South West Coast Path numerous times – my best spots The Salt Path movie doesn't show
STANDING at the top of a cliff, with serene waters lapping onto the rocks below with beaches either side of me, this place feels as if I am on the coast of Italy - not Devon. The Advertisement 8 The South West Coast Path - also known as The Salt Path - stretches over 630miles in its entirety Credit: Cyann Fielding 8 Part of that route includes The English Riviera in Devon - with numerous beaches and coves Credit: Cyann Fielding And one 'small' (around 13 miles to be precise) section of it, I've walked year after year thanks to the fact that I grew up in Devon. The South West Coast Path has been famous for decades for providing some of the most stunning views of the Yet, with the recent release of The Salt Path film based on Starting at Advertisement Read more on travel inspo This section of the path runs along the coasts of the And along this section of Devon's coast are several stunning spots and unique places to explore - hence, doing this walk each year was a real treat. Brixham Heading across from Home to a bustling harbour with a long history of fishing, Brixham is a quaint town at one end of the English Riviera. Advertisement Most read in Travel Exclusive For those wanting to do the walk more leisurely, it is well worth exploring the town for its myriad of independent shops and the Golden Hind – a full-size replica of Sir Francis Drake's ship that he used to explore the globe in the 16th century. Heading around the harbour and past the fish market, you will then pass Brixham Laboratory - which is home to a cutting-edge marine research facility - before heading off into a wood area. Scotland's Cheapest & Most Expensive Coastal Towns On the headland you will get your first amazing views of the harbour and English Riviera ahead of you – full of colourful bobbing boats and - if you're lucky - some seals in sight. The headland itself is also a historic spot - home to Brixham Battery - the little buildings scattered across the headland are actually disused bunkers that used to house guns in World War II. Advertisement You'll then come to the first of many coves on the route - Fishcombe Cove. It features a little pebble beach and a cafe, in case you want to stop for a bite. Heading through another small woodland, you then reach Churston Cove - another small 8 On this part of the path, you 'll head past major seaside towns like Paignton and Torquay Credit: Cyann Fielding Advertisement 8 You'll head across sandy beaches including Goodrington and Broadsands in Paignton Credit: Alamy This section of the walk is particularly up-and-down though, with many steep inclines - so not for the faint-hearted. Just before you start the Paignton section of the path, you will cross Elberry Cove - a stunning pebble beach, often with turquoise waters and a Paignton Across another headland with dramatic cliff edges, walkers will then reach the first sandy beach on this part of the path. Advertisement Broadsands Beach is a long, Many of my weekends as a child would be spent on this beach rock pooling and building sandcastles. 8 There are a number of quieter pebble coves on the path too Credit: Alamy 8 Other sights include a full-size replica of the Golden Hind in Brixham Credit: Alamy Advertisement And the beach has lifeguards too, so even when I got too much sand in my eyes there was someone to help. Following the path, you will then head inland a bit to Broadsands Viaduct, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Over another headland, with a narrow sandy path right at the cliff edge, you then reach Goodrington Beach - another long sandy beach popular with families. There is also a whole host of venues and activities here to explore, including crazy golf, a boating lake and Advertisement Following the path along the beach and over another headland, you then reach Paignton harbour, beach and town. Take some time here to refresh in one of the many cafes and restaurant and have some fun with the slot machines on the pier before heading off towards Torquay. 8 And a viaduct designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in Paignton Credit: Alamy Torquay For the final part of this section of the South West Coast Path, you will venture onto some roads before reaching Livermead sand, just ahead of Torquay beach and town. Advertisement Whilst I used to then venture off to the quaint village of Cockington to then head back to my school, Torquay boasts a number of other family-friendly beaches. And Torquay town also has so much to explore including a pretty harbour – which is always great for some expensive boat spotting – and a bustling high street. Make sure to grab some fish and chips, pasties or even a cream tea (with cream first!) as this town really does Devon delicacies well. And then if you are feeling extra ambitious, you can continue along the path onto Babbacombe and Teignmouth. Advertisement These are the Plus, the 8 This portion of the 630mile path is well worth exploring as a day trip Credit: Alamy
BBC News
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Matchbox and Airfix 'era ends' as Dunstable-born artist dies
An artist has saluted two painters who fired generations of youthful imaginations by creating art for Matchbox and Airfix model kit Postlethwaite tipped his wings in tribute following the death of 84-year-old Roy Huxley, who was born in Dunstable, Bedfordshire, and painted the aircraft images that adorned Matchbox model Cross, who created box art for Airfix and had a family link to Smallford, Hertfordshire, died in who is also an aviation artist, said Huxley's death marked the end of an era. Postlethwaite said Roy Huxley, who died on 18 January, first produced paintings for Matchbox in 1972 and was one of the "most recognised box-artists in the world".Cross, who was born in Camberwell, south London, and died in April aged 100, had a 75-year career and was similarly said Cross was a "legend of aviation art" and an "inspiration".Both had lived near each other in Tunbridge Wells in Kent."Roy Cross was Airfix, Roy Huxley was Matchbox," said Postlethwaite."Now Roy Huxley has died, it's the end of an era." Cross's son, Anthony Cross, agreed is was "indeed the end of an era"."My father was at times a little surprised he was mostly remembered for his box top art when his fine art, particularly the marine work, was the pinnacle of his artistic creativity," he said. "I guess this is because the Airfix years recreate many happy hours spent in childhood." A brief history of Airfix 1939 - Hungarian emigre Nicholas Kove starts Airfix in London1947 - Airfix becomes the largest producer of injection moulded combs in Britain1952 - First Airfix kit, the Golden Hind, Francis Drake's flagship, on sale in Woolworths, for two shillings (10p sterling after decimalistaion)1953 - All-time Airfix best-seller released - the "two-bob [two shilling]" Spitfire kit, which was a 1/72 scale replica 21-part bagged model in light blue plastic, with instructions1960-1970 - Range expands to include figures, trains, ships, cars and more. Sales run into millions1980 - Computer games introduced. Modelling goes into decline1981 - Airfix goes into receivership; bought by General Mills1985 - Sold to Hobby Products Group of Borden, who also owned Humbrol1995 - Hobby Products Group, including Airfix, sold to Humbrol2006 - Hornby Hobbies Ltd buy Airfix and Humbrol Roy Cross had been introduced to art by an aunt he spent childhood holidays with in Station Road, son Anthony said: "It's heartening to get so many kind messages of appreciation from people for whom my father's work clearly gave a great deal of pleasure."No doubt this can be said too of Roy Huxley."Both men were talented artists and knew how to stir the blood." Postlethwaite said Huxley, who also painted images of ships and armoured vehicles, was "renowned" for his detail and accuracy."Roy was very significant in the aviation art business and an inspiration to many, many artists," said Postlethwaite."Anyone who had Matchbox kits would recognises his paintings."The painting on the box was often the reason for buying the kit."The artist created the imagination about the plane with the painting." Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
