The Grand National: A Costly Affair
The Grand National, one of the most prestigious horse races in the world, is set to take place at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, England. Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the event, but many are expressing outrage over the exorbitant prices of alcoholic beverages.
Extortionate Prices
According to The Mirror, a pint of draught beer, such as Pravha, Madri, or Aspall Suffolk Cyder, will cost a whopping £7.50. 330ml cans of Staropramen are slightly cheaper at £7. Guinness lovers will have to fork out £7.50 for a can, while a bottle of Prosecco will set you back a staggering £46.
Wine is a bit less costly, with a bottle of red, white, or rosé costing £37.50, or £9.50 for a single glass. For those with a taste for the finer things in life, a bottle of Gobillard Brut Champagne will cost £85, while a single spirit and mixer will set you back £9.
Cans of Rekorderlig wild berries are priced at £6.50, but it’s the cocktails that will truly break the bank. All seven cocktails on the menu, ranging from Espresso Martini to Red Rum Dark and Stormy, are priced at a hefty £13.
Here is a full breakdown of the prices:
Draught/Cans
- Pravha – £7.50
- Madri – £7.50
- Guinness – £7.50
- Atlantic Pale Ale – £7.50
- Aspall Suffolk Cyder – £7.50
- Staropramen – £7
Cocktails
- Pornstar Frozini – £13
- Espresso Martini – £13
- Strawberry Woo Woo – £13
- Strawberry Mule – £13
- Gin n Juice – £13
- Paloma – £13
- Red Rum Dark and Stormy – £13
Revolution’s Flavored Shots
- Single shot – £4.50
- Six shot stick – £27
Spirits
- Single spirit – £6.75
- Mixers – £2.75
Wine/Sparkling
- Wine – can £9.50, bottle £37.50
Champagne
- Gobillard Brut Champagne – £85
Sparkling
- Prosecco – £46
These exorbitant prices have sparked outrage among racegoers, many of whom took to social media to express their dissatisfaction.
One Twitter user wrote, “The Grand National drinks prices are an absolute joke! I’d rather stay home and watch the race on TV than pay those ridiculous prices.” Another user commented, “The cost of alcohol at Aintree is outrageous. It’s clear that the organizers are trying to make a quick buck at the expense of the fans.”
Aintree’s Response
Aintree Racecourse has defended the high prices, stating that they are necessary to cover the costs of running the event.
A spokesperson for the racecourse said, “We understand that the cost of alcohol is a concern for some racegoers, but it is important to remember that the Grand National is a major sporting event and the prices reflect the costs associated with staging an event of this size and scale.”
The spokesperson added that Aintree Racecourse offers a wide range of food and drink options to cater to all budgets, including a number of non-alcoholic beverages.
Despite the racecourse’s response, many racegoers remain unhappy with the high prices. It remains to be seen whether the controversy surrounding the drinks prices will affect attendance at the Grand National.
Conclusion
The Grand National is a prestigious and exciting event, but the exorbitant drinks prices have left a sour taste in the mouths of many racegoers. While Aintree Racecourse has defended the high prices, it is clear that many fans are unhappy with the decision.
It remains to be seen whether the controversy surrounding the drinks prices will have a negative impact on the Grand National’s reputation or attendance. However, it is clear that racegoers will have to be prepared to pay a hefty price for their refreshments if they want to experience the thrill of the Grand National.
