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Title: Mythos prices!
Post by: suzy61 on June 08, 2015, 09:02:36 PM
To all you Mythos drinkers...what's the average price for a large Mythos in Arillas these days? Also the average price of a large carafe of red wine in a restaurant?

Suzy X
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Post by: Bumpkin on June 08, 2015, 09:14:03 PM
If I remember correctly I paid €3 for 500ml Mythos last week.
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Post by: suzy61 on June 08, 2015, 09:31:24 PM
Thanks Bumpkin!

Suzy X
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Post by: dylan on June 08, 2015, 09:34:54 PM
Was 2.50 euros last year in some places, so 3 isn't bad concerning the better exchange rate, who cares when we are in Arillas!
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Post by: TerryW on June 08, 2015, 11:09:19 PM
Why buy Mythos when you can have the far superior Corfu Beer? You also help the local economy.
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Post by: Rachel B on June 09, 2015, 07:51:54 AM
I tried the Corfu Beer last year Terry but found it too strong tasting. I'm not a massive lager/beer drinker anyway as I find it too gassy but when I do, I prefer Mythos. Although, I tried Alpha in Kassiopi a few weeks ago and that was nice also -  a bargain at €2 for 500ml :D

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Post by: emeralddragons on June 09, 2015, 10:50:35 AM
I am not a beer drinker, but on a hot day Corfu Beer´s Ginger Beer is very refreshing!
Emeralddragon
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: Truth on June 09, 2015, 02:16:25 PM
I am with Rachel , I was not impressed at all with the Corfu beer sold in the Horizon , sorry :-( .  And it was expensive too....
You will pay 2.50-3 euro for a Mythos .  We did find it bottled at 2 euro in perhaps the best setting too .....
EFFI'S !
It was also the only place I found Ouzo Karafaki (basically a small bottle of ouzo) on the menu and they had two brands to choose from as well , including my favourite Plomari :-)
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: soniaP on June 09, 2015, 02:54:53 PM
Karl -can you remember how much the Ouzo was at Effi's? I fancy trying Effi's as never been and it sounds very authentic. Also how much were meals on average? Did you find it expensive?
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Post by: Eggy on June 09, 2015, 04:01:07 PM
Sonia P ,

Efi's is not expensive at all but the price of an Ouzo , anywhere, depends on if you have it with water or sprite,
(Sprite is a little like a lime dash in lager-Unless the UK has changed you pay extra for that dash of lime)

As with Mythos, Ouzo varies place by place and depends greatly where you drink it.
An Ouzo with water , in our local Kavaddades Café , will cost you e1.50 but at a Taverna on the Sea front could cost around 3e. It could be around e3 if you are at a "Pool Bar" complex, as that pool/sunbeds are there if you want them.

So . Ouzo . Mythos , etc , depends , I suppose if you want to sit and watch cars/coaches or take in the beach and the local chill out, or you want to take advantage of a sunbed and pool for the afternoon.

Me?? - I can pay from e2.50 to e4.50 for a bottle of Retsina depending where I go and eat, but, as I say, all this choice of drinks depend on the view . closeness to the beach , or if you like to feel pampered with a few nibbles or listen to live music etc etc.

And...... be careful if in Corfu Town as Mythos has been known to hover around 5e a bottle.

Try Efi's anyway .

Cheers
Negg


Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: TerryW on June 09, 2015, 05:46:04 PM
Maybe the price of a drink makes it taste not so good for some people. I would rather have less, of a quality product, than a greater quantity of an inferior product. WE all have different tastes, but I don't know anybody else who doesn't like the Corfu Beer at the Horizon. I think that the fact that local people are getting the money rather than a multi-national, brewing empire makes the beer taste better than ever. Also there isn't just the lager there are the Real Ales, Ginger Beer and this year the Wheat Beer.
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: soniaP on June 09, 2015, 06:29:39 PM
Like you say Terry everyone has different tastes. My husband loves real ale in the UK and in fact is going to a real ale festival on Thursday night but yet he doesn't like the real ale in Corfu. I agree with you that it is preferable to purchase Corfu Beer but at least if people are buying Mythos or anything for that matter in Corfu then the local businesses are still making a profit from their custom.
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: TerryW on June 09, 2015, 06:40:11 PM
Even the same beer can taste different depending on where you drink it. I always think that the Royal Ionian Gold tastes best at Akrotiri, but that could be due to walking up the hill to get there. On second thoughts it tastes just as good when I have driven there. This topic is making me thirsty and also making me dream of sitting at Akrotiri, sigh..... Roll on June 21st.
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Post by: jackson on June 09, 2015, 08:40:15 PM
I am coming over on the 22nd june so i will go and sample this beer of which you speak to judge for myself  [ just for study purposes you understand ]
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Post by: suzy61 on June 09, 2015, 11:04:45 PM
Pleased to hear that Mythos is still really cheap but that's not the main reason why we drink it...we both find it to be very refreshing at lunchtime with out it making us feel drowsy!. My husband also enjoys the 'dark' real ale which is brewed at the Corfu brewery but prefers to drink this in the evening (usually on the balcony early evening)
As for ouzo prices, we had an ouzo from a little place on the headland just past the Akrotori. Can't remember the name of the place but it had a swing on the front overlooking the sea...paradise! A little old Greek man served us and he was lovely!. The place is all outdoors apart from the kiosk where you purchase your drinks. The ouzo was one euro (two years ago and a good measure) His frappe was also very cheap and delicious!
He also sold ice cold Mythos in one of those ice cold glasses and I'm sure it was only 1.50 euro but I would pay triple that to sit on that swing again...so relaxing!
His toilet was immaculate too!

Suzy X   
 
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Post by: justphil on June 10, 2015, 12:44:40 AM
Enjoyed reading this thread (I would, wouldn't I!) Glad we have so many choices of places, prices, brews and spirits. All of us can have exactly what we want, where we want and our guests and friends can have exactly what they want. Combining them all, Jen and I often spend afternoons at Beach Point, sipping Mythos for 2.50, doing our puzzles, nattering to all the passing folk and right on the seafront. Ah, bring it back on in July....

I have to agree with Eggy
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Efi's is not expensive at all
and have had many a wonderful time, both afternoons and evenings enjoying great food, drink and views. Many walk past because it is so elevated and looks uninviting. They are so wrong and it is their loss...

Phil
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: Jo Wissett on June 10, 2015, 01:04:46 AM
I can't stand any beer but Mick really enjoys the Corfu Beer 'pilsner' as well as Mythos. Not keen on the other ones though
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Post by: BAJ on June 10, 2015, 02:19:37 AM
The Corfu brewery ginger beer, called 1842 I think, is highly recommended by my wife. A good day time drink, refreshing and not too strong. Oh and only 1€ a bottle from the brewery! I prefer the Ionian gold on draught. Try them folks and support the local brewery at the same time.
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Post by: ness44 on June 10, 2015, 08:41:19 AM
which one is beach point Phil?
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Post by: justphil on June 10, 2015, 10:17:42 AM
Hi Ness. It is next to Alex Supermarket, jut past Marina. It used to be Helen's Creperie. Very popular on sunny days out of season, and alway busy in the summer.

Phil
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: Val n Bill on June 10, 2015, 02:39:09 PM

Have to disagree with Phil😀😀......Efi and Zissi worked very hard in the spring last year and the restaurant now looks VERY inviting. Last year the garden was completely changed with lovely tables, umbrellas and beautiful flowers everywhere. Each table had people sitting in the garden every time we past and unfortunately we never got a garden table in the evening because  they were all full !! It never crossed our minds to book.

We still had some wonderful meals there though....particularly Garlic Prawns Al La Phil mmmmm.

    Val x



Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: Truth on June 10, 2015, 02:53:00 PM
Efi's is fantastic , as are the people that own it and serve there !

"Maybe the price of a drink makes it taste not so good for some people. I would rather have less, of a quality product, than a greater quantity of an inferior product"
Sorry Terry , not me , if the Horizon beer would have been 1 euro I still wouldn't have liked it , I would pay a premium for just about any cider back home rather than have Strongbow so that tells a story ......................... I just didn't like it and as you say we all have different tastes .
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: soniaP on June 10, 2015, 03:01:39 PM
I know what Phil means about Effi's being elevated. When we have walked past we always wondered if it was actually open. Good to know Val that they now put tables out in the garden as I think that will make it obvious to people that it is open and that they are serving food. Definitely going to try it in July.
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Post by: Truth on June 10, 2015, 03:21:41 PM
Food great as well there Sonia :-)
Watch you don't fall asleep though as the chairs are VERY comfy ..................   lol
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Post by: springs65 on June 10, 2015, 03:26:56 PM
Have to agree Effi's garden is a lovely setting to sit and relax with a meal. Every time we went to sit outside all the tables were taken. We don't like to eat to early so course they were taken. Last night we went earlier and managed to get a table. Sat with a drinks for an hour or so before we orders food. Just got finished eating g and the heavens opened, a very heavy storm and down pour. One mad dash to bet indoors!  Can't win can you !!
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Post by: ness44 on June 10, 2015, 09:20:33 PM
Thanks Phil
thought it was there but wasnt sure of the name. We love to sit there and watch the world go by
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Post by: suzy61 on June 10, 2015, 09:37:19 PM
Effie's make the best Pastitsada...absolutely delicious!
We also used to walk straight past when we first visited Arillas but after a tiring day we just couldn't be bothered to walk far from Kaloudisso ventured in and we haven't looked back...
Love the place (with amazing sunset views!)
Love the staff!
Love the red wine!
Love the garlic prawns!
Do I need to go on...

Suzy X
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: MicK-G on June 14, 2016, 10:25:30 PM
Is there anyone who can give us a current price of a pint of mythos?
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Post by: intentioncraft on June 14, 2016, 11:21:07 PM
Large bottle Mythos between 2.25 and 2.50 in San Stef last week.
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: Eggy on June 15, 2016, 12:05:04 PM
Arrilas prices vary depending on location , Taverna , Bar , Restaurant , Sea View etc.
I have paid 2e and enjoyed the view of the road and I have paid e3 with a super sea view and some free nibbles.
Negg
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: TerryW on June 15, 2016, 03:18:52 PM
I haven't drank Mythos since my first Corfu Beer in 2009, and I don't mind paying around €3.00 for a superior beer and having the knowledge that every sip tastes great and provides income for Arillas.
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Post by: angiem on June 15, 2016, 03:25:05 PM
....a superior beer

I think that's a matter of taste, to be honest, Terry. I'm not keen, myself. Much prefer Mythos.
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Post by: harold on June 15, 2016, 03:38:22 PM
mythos? i prefer Royal Ionnian
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Post by: Truth on June 15, 2016, 05:35:00 PM
....a superior beer

I think that's a matter of taste, to be honest, Terry. I'm not keen, myself. Much prefer Mythos.

I said a similar thing last year on this thread Angie, I just don't like Royal Ionnian . I would pay more for Mythos in all honesty but as you say its down to individual taste.
My Mom NEVER drinks lager , well hardly touches alcohol really, other than Mythos when we are in Greece. Loves it
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Post by: Paul & Denise on June 15, 2016, 05:51:59 PM
Was told when we were in Arillas in May that as part of the ongoing austerity measures , there was to be a 15% extra tax placed on beers in readiness for the summer season. Not sure if this has been applied yet?
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Post by: Seagull Chris on June 16, 2016, 07:38:41 PM
€3 for large Mythos  in Nut today watching football, they dont do Corfu😕
Been at the Horizon 9 days and been drinking Corfu at €3-50. Far superior IMHO and the day i worry about 50 cents is the fay i wont go on holiday.
Litre of house Rose last night with dinner at the Marina was €9.
Yammas
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: billyd on June 17, 2016, 02:25:27 PM
I also prefer the Royal Ionian, but also like some of the other Corfu ales.
It is making me thirsty thinking, of it roll on next week!
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: soniaP on June 17, 2016, 02:32:15 PM
Since this thread started, we were back in Corfu last June and my husband did the brewery tour and is now a big fan of the Corfu Beer and in particular the Royal Ionian. He is more of a real ale man at home but now whilst in Corfu drinks both the Corfu beer and Mythos. I don't like beer or lager but love Retsina, especially if I can get any homemade. only 9 days to go!
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: Truth on June 17, 2016, 02:57:44 PM
"He is more of a real ale man" .... I think that sums it up Sonia.  The beer "connoisseurs" I would think , in fairness , would prefer the Corfu beers.
I have a peasants palate so prefer Mythos !!!   lol
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: soniaP on June 17, 2016, 03:50:54 PM
"Peasant" - never Karl. You like Arillas after all so you must have excellent taste.
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: Truth on June 17, 2016, 08:19:00 PM
Have you ever known anyone not like Arillas though Sonia??????
P.S. This thread is making me thirsty! Lol
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Post by: intentioncraft on June 17, 2016, 08:43:27 PM
Tried a bottle of Corfu Red last week, what a brilliant beer,towards the last three days of holiday I developed a taste for for this excellent brew.
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: justphil on June 18, 2016, 12:14:00 AM
The red is Jen's favourite - Dimitris called it her brown bread (my Mythos being the white bread) whenever we stayed at Brouklis. We never appeared until 12 noon or later, and always had beer with our breakfast. Would love to be able to stay there again, and might well when Jen's hips are fixed. Brouklis and brown bread - aaah, memories are made of this!

Phil
Title: Re: Mythos prices!
Post by: Eggy on June 24, 2016, 08:48:24 AM
today a bottle of Mythos will cost you around £2.55 , at the current exchange rate. - Hmmmmm!