Alastair has been an integral part of the Traditional ales industry boasting an impressive 35 year journey. He worked selling beer at local brewery Big Rock for Ed McNally and Bernd Pieper but when it was time, decided to retire. After a successful tenure, Alastair found himself drawn back again. "An opportunity to work part time with Dave the Beer Guy in the beer room at Willow Park Wines & Spirits arose and I decided it was too good to pass up'. He's been so involved in the beer industry he even has a beer named after him- Village Brewery named their 'Village Bobby' beer after Alastair himself. 

Not only does he love the customers that come into our main store, but he loves the staff. "I've joined a very successful group of enthusiastic young experts." For him, helping customers discover the perfect beer is an immensely enjoyable journey. 

As a seasoned beer connoisseur, Alastair's naturally gravitates towards traditional beers. In summer months, he enjoys a crisp sour but moves towards the comfort of a nice stout in the cold winter months. He's enjoyed many beer pairings over the years, but the most surprisingly enjoyable one he's tried is a Big Rock Scottish Heavy with a Christmas Fruit cake.