Category: Breweries

Exit 33 Brewing’s two specials for October are old recipes resurrected. We liked them so much last year we decided to bring them back! One for the Road (4.3%) is a pale ale brewed with a fantastic blend of hops including El Dorado, Amarillo & Azacca, which make for a hoppy full-flavoured session ale. And as the weather turns autumnal we’re also bringing back Carbon Copy (6.0%), our dark Cascadian ale. This beer is complex; made with speciality German malts, it is very dark, with a good malt profile and then the hops hit you! A heady mix of Columbus, Bravo, Simcoe and Zeus. Pete Roberts

Although the summer holidays have only just ended, we feel like autumn is well and truly here, and we’ve brewed some fantastic beers that this month that will help get you stoked for the season. Firstly we introduce our George & The Dragon. This South Pacific hopped ale is fiery red colour and full of vibrantly juicy hop-resin flavours from Rakau hops, which leave a full and fruity bitter aftertaste.  With a comfortable 4.2% ABV it’s a great choice for a brisk autumnal evening. Next we’ve got Duck Decoy, a spectacular beer filled with the mouth-wateringly fresh aromas of pear, orange and passion fruit. This is a 4.2% beer making it a pleasantly light indulgence. Finally for our Brewers Choice range we have Claire’s High Koality.  Designed by our brewery founder, this is what Claire has coined a ‘dangerous IPA’.  Fruity, refreshing, and devilishly strong.  She adores the slightly apricot flavours the ‘Summer’ hop from Australia brings, and has used them to infuse this 5% IPA with lashings of seasonally fruity notes. Also, don’t forget to visit our amazing micropub Portland House if you are out and about on Ecclesall Road.  They are now serving light lunches as well as some amazing handmade milkshakes and hardshakes (yup, that’s milkshakes with booze!). Hope to see you there! Jess Low

We’ve just brewed our first Triple IPA, Streets in the Sky (11.1%), in collaboration with Mike at Landlocked Brewery. With heaps of Citra, Falconers Flight and Cascade hops, it’ll be available from mid-August in our usual bottle shops and pubs. Dave of Steel City came along to play and we brewed our latest Lactic & Citric Acid Sour with lime and lemon juice – Acid Reign (6.6%). To celebrate 150 years of Sheffield Wednesday we have brewed 150 PALE (5.0%), a pale ale ‘exclusively’ for New Barrack Tavern which made its debut on 12 August. Our latest saison, Lemon & Black Pepper Saison (approx. 6%), is being brewed right now and should be available early September. August has been a busy month, with several ‘Meet the Brewers’ and ‘Tap Takeovers’ in Leicester, Manchester, Red Squirrel in Chesham,  Derby Beer Con festival and, last but not least, we headed up north to the Hanging Bat in Edinburgh.

‘Summit’ special There’s something a little unusual about Stancill’s latest beer offering, which showcases the powerful US-produced Summit hops within the new special. Taking its name for the hop variety featured in the new beer, Summit (4.5%) is a pale ale which explores many of the different flavour characteristics associated with the relatively new hop variety. The idea for a beer being produced exclusively using Summit hops was developed by Stancill’s head brewer Dean Pleasant who wanted to explore the unusual tangerine and citrus flavours associated with Summit hops. First produced in 2003, Summit is a relatively new dwarf hop variety and, according to Dean, one which can pack a powerful punch! Dean said: “Summit hops are typically used in IPAs and pale ales because of the strong flavours it develops. Beers produced using Summit hops can have a relatively unusual taste, depending on the quantities of the hops used.” “They typically have noticeable pine characteristics within their aroma, whilst some brewers who have used large quantities of the hops have reported their beers have tasted of onions and garlic, meaning that it’s definitely a hop variety which needs to be treated with a certain degree of respect! Our Summit beer relies entirely on the summit hops for its flavourings from this relatively new hop variety.” Employee of the month receives special beery treat! She joined Stancill Brewery less than two months ago, but new Business Development Manager Lucy Machin has already found herself immortalised in the mash tun after helping the brewery to achieve a record-breaking month in terms of new business orders. Lucy’s efforts impressed the brewery bosses so much that when planning their latest special beer, Stancill decided to reward her efforts by naming it in in her honour. The new special brew, simply called Lucy, is a classic English pale ale with a twist and uses three varieties of English hops to create a refreshing, easy drinking brew which can be enjoyed all year round. Fuggle hops give this brew a delicate, floral aroma, while Styrian and First Gold hops provide a balanced taste with plenty of flavour. Lucy said: “I’ve worked in jobs where employees receive treats for their efforts, but never in my wildest dreams had I imagined that there would be a beer available to drink in Sheffield which has been named after me!” Thomas Gill, Managing Director of Stancill Brewery said: “In recent months we’ve used our special brews as a way of thanking the efforts of our staff. Last month apprentice brewer Jonathan decided to name our special after his son, and we wanted to use our September special to reflect the sheer hard work and dedication Lucy has invested in her new role with the brewery.” Lucy and Summit are both available in selected pubs throughout South Yorkshire including Stancill’s brewery taps The Horse and Jockey, Wadsley, the Norfolk Arms, Grenoside and the recently re-opened Albion on London Road and CAMRA members receive a 20% discount on all Stancill real ales sold within the pubs.

Chantry Brewery pays homage to Wild West Chantry Brewery is planning to offer a true taste of the Wild West with its new Native American inspired September special. Snoqualmie (5.2%) is a powerfully hopped pale which brings together seven different US hop varieties. It takes its name from the Snoqualmie tribe which has approximately 600 members who live in Washington State, an area also used for hop growing. The idea for the unusually themed ale was developed by head brewer Mick Warburton after a recent pow-wow with a US-based brewer. After spending time researching the different hop varieties produced in the US, he began experimenting with the idea of creating a brew using hops which take their names from Native American tribes. The resulting brew includes Willamette, Cascade and Chinook hop varieties. Subtle fruit and floral flavours are complimented by a strong hoppy bitterness resulting in a complex brew which is packed with taste. Mick said: “This beer is without doubt one of the most unusual ones I’ve produced. It’s one which has been in the planning stages for a number of months and when using such a high number of different hop varieties it was important to balance the flavours to create the unique taste.” “Making a beer with lots of hop varieties takes a lot of preparation, as it can be easy for one variety to dominate another, but I’m really pleased with the end result and we decided to complete our North American adventure by commissioning special artwork for the pump clip.” Snoqualmie will be available from the beginning of September in selected pubs for a limited period. New canned beer range launched Chantry Brewery is releasing a number of beers from its core range in cans. At present, the brewery’s award-winning Iron & Steel bitter (4.0%), New York Pale (3.9%), Steelos (4.1%) and Mighty Millers (5.5%) are available in the new format. The beers are available from all Chantry pubs and can also be ordered via the brewery website: www.chantrybrewery.co.uk. In addition to providing its beers in the new cans, the brewery also sells a selection of its beers including the powerful Special Reserve (6.3%) in mini kegs which can also be purchased from its brewery taps.

Steel City are still bereft of a home, but Dave has been busy with away collaborations! After a trial launch at the Rutland in May, the Black Metal collaboration Kvassphemy (6.0%) is now on general release. Possibly the world’s first imperial black kvass! A bretted version will be available later in the year. The latest collab at Imperial is Who Ate All The Pies? (4.5%), a banoffee stout. Chocolate malt was supplemented with cacao nibs, caramel and banana pulp, and as the cacao nibs came with a free bag of white chocolate buttons they went in as well (OK, most of them did, Dave and Dale may have eaten a few. OK, a lot). The banana flavour was further enhanced by use of a Bavarian weissbier yeast. Another Imperial collab should be available by the time you read this, and before long Dave will be off to Scarborough to brew another collab at North Riding. Dave Unpronouncable

The Sheffield Brewers Collective again provided the bar at the Folk Forest in Endcliffe Park as part of Tramlines festival. Open for eight hours on each day of the weekend, there were beers from Exit 33 Brewing, Neepsend Brewery, Blue Bee Brewery and Sheffield Brew Co, all served by the brewers themselves. In just sixteen hours we sold 3600 pints of locally brewed beer and 500 pints of traditional ciders. That’s four pints every minute! For September, we have brought back Stateside Pale (5.0%), an old favourite beer of ours. A simple recipe using extra-pale malt, hopped generously with big American hops Columbus, Zeus, Bravo and Simcoe before being dry-hopped in fermentation with Amarillo. Pete Roberts

And so Autumn is steadily creeping on us already… luckily we have plenty of beers coming up to help you make the transition that bit easier! The fifth Voyager and Salvation are joining our ever-growing Brewer’s Emporium roster. The next Voyager IPA (6.0%) is a big-hitting American-inspired hopbomb packed with Simcoe and Mosaic, whilst our upcoming Salvation will be a coffee and doughnut stout! Our new bright beer tank is due to arrive any day too, so we plan to be able to offer more of these delicious limited edition brews in cans in future. Watch this space! We will be brightening up bars with Illumination, a 4.8% hoppy golden ale with a full-bodied bitterness and a powerful bouquet. A popular Doctor Morton’s creation is making a comeback in the form of Djinn Jar Beer (4.2%), brewed with fresh root ginger for a spicy kick. And finally, we have another beer from the archives but with overhauled artwork thanks to the very talented Luke Bailey – the New Zealand hopped Damnation (4.5%), a classic pale bitter with deliciously fruity overtones. In brew news, we’re SO excited to be welcoming some friends we made in North Carolina last year, as Ass Clown Brewing cross the pond to create something absolutely outrageous! Our lips are sealed for now on the recipe, but trust us when we say you’ll be squealing with joy (that may or may not be a clue)! Look out for more details coming in October’s Beer Matters and of course keep those eyes on our social media for lots of brewday behind-the-scenes action on September 14th. Cheers! Laura Rangeley

As usual we have kept the new beers rolling over the last month. Karpo is a 4.3 Tropical pale hopped with Citra, Sorachi Ace and Motueka for lime, coconut and tropical notes that seemed to disappear from the brewery in no time at all. Theia is a 3.6% Transpacific Session Pale made with US and NZ hops that packs a nice bitterness and has bags of flavour for its low strength. Keep a special eye out for Willis, a 5.0% Citra Simcoe Wit beer (the name may or may not be a silly pun…). We put a fairly eye watering amount of – exclusively post boil – hops in this one and the result is a juicy, fresh and full-bodied wheat beer. Naturally hazy due to the wheat malt and chock full of pine, citrus and tropical deliciousness. We’ve also returned to an old favourite in Triton, a 4.5% pale ale hopped with a trio of American hops, which is one of our most requested beers. Alder will be a 4.3% golden ale brewed with Manadrina Bavaria and Amarillo,the next single hopped IPA will be Ekuanot IPA using one of the hops of the moment and a brand new Vanilla Stout will be available from late August. Gavin Martin

Now then folks, having had a much needed rest in August to enjoy the English summer, the brewery tap room will be open again for the Peddler weekend 1-2 September with artisan food, live music and plenty of fresh beer, including on our newly installed keg line. Alongside your favourite Sheffield Brewery beers, including our recent special Red Rye, Dolly Grinders (4.3%), we’ll be serving up a special mango version of our beloved Razor Paste. Don’t expect a crystal clear beer; this beast – with a kilo of mango puree added direct to keg – will be cloudier than a day out in the Peal District on a Bank Holiday weekend! Bottled Beers This month also sees the launch of our first bottled beers in 330ml. Hand bottled and naturally conditioned, look out for our flagship beer Seven Hills (4.1%) – now with even more hops added late in the boil, producing even more flavour – Razor Paste (5.6% American IPA) with enough Mosaic and Citra to make moustaches curl, and a very special beer… True Luv is available in small quantities and is our 5.2% strawberry shortcake red ale. Made with a variety of biscuit malts, lactose sugar and strawberries, and named in honour of the local entrepreneur, Arthur Truelove, who was fundamental in the original polish factory where the brewery now resides, True Luv is a pure delight of fruity, biscuity, and creamy flavours. Brewery Tours and Parties Whether you’re interested in a guided brewery tour, throwing a party, hosting an event, or want a unique experience as as brewer for the day, The Sheffield Brewery Company is the perfect fit for you. Located in an original, brick built Victorian polish works, our brewery is full of charm, history and character. With its own reclaimed bar from Sheffield University’s Ranmoor Halls of Residence, our brewery and tap room can cater for a range of events, parties, private tours. In addition, our brewery tap room is open to the public on the first Friday and Saturday of each month, opposite Peddler Night Market. We offer brewery tours exclusively for groups, with an option of a pie and pea supper. Group brewery tours are available on Friday and Saturday evenings (subject to availability) and require a minimum of 3 weeks advance notice prior to the event. For individuals, we offer an open brewery tour on a Saturday afternoon every other month. After being shown around the brewery, you will be able to relax in our brewery tap room with a couple of free pints. Tickets are purchased online at sheffieldbrewery.com/brewery-tours and need to be shown upon arrival at the brewery. The next tours for individuals are on Saturday 2 September and Saturday 4 November. Tickets are selling fast so don’t miss out! Nick Law