Charles did not need to be asked twice to pour and try the glass of Belfast Black during an event showcasing artisan food and drink
The Prince of Wales celebrated the best of Northern Ireland produce by pulling a half-pint of traditional Irish stout - then joked it would spoil his cup of tea.His taste test came during a busy day in Belfast that saw the prince and his wife learn about plans to return the city's fire-ravaged Bank Buildings to their former glory, go on a walkabout, and recognise the contribution of minority groups and charities to the life of the region.
But the primate of all-Ireland Eamon Martin who, together with his Church of Ireland counterpart Richard Clarke, hosted Charles when he visited the ecclesiastical capital of Armagh, said the prince's presence sent a message to dissident Republican's that society was changing. Charles kept hold of the drink when he returned to the reception and Bernard Sloan, director and founder of Whitewater Brewery, said: "He thought our stout was very, very nice and he's continuing to drink it now which is a good endorsement - he said he's a fan of the darker beers and quite partial to stout."
Speaking about the building, Charles told a group of construction workers: "I hope it comes back to life soon."
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