Isabel the Alewife, Caerlaverock Castle Quest

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The alewife has been brewing ale for her family as they prepare for Sir Eustace and Lady Agnes's arrival at Caerlaverock. Her high-quality ale is made using barley she purchases from the monks at Sweetheart Abbey, a place she highly respects. She talks enthusiastically about Sweetheart and Lady Devorgilla, revealing how it got its name. The alewife sells her ale to the community, providing a vital service as the water quality was extremely poor at the time. Ale was a safer choice for drinking, so people would buy it from her regularly. Since ale spoils quickly, she must brew fresh batches constantly to satisfy her customers' demands. This allows women like her to earn extra income for their families. Get our free app to explore the captivating history of Caerlaverock Castle, meet its inhabitants, and experience what life was like in 1312.