Gritchie Brewing Co is to release four new beers into its Brewer’s Lore range, designed to showcase the brewery’s creative side.
Brewed in limited edition batches, the Brewer’s Lore range draws from the loric traditions of England. These beers, says the brewer, accompanied by their celestial counterparts, embody the connection between communal gatherings, where flavours are savoured, or moments of solitary contemplation, nursing a delicious glass of ale.
The artwork for the range, by We Are Beard, draws upon themes of folklore and religious iconography, in-keeping with the brewery brand and the deep interest in loric tradition held by brewery owner and screenwriter, producer, and
director, Guy Ritchie.
“There’s an unseen positive force that animates everything that you see, and I’m unqualified to articulate exactly what that is, but it’s there,” said Guy. “I think you need to be subservient, and respectful of that, and everything manifests itself in that sense.
“There’s no reason why the pub shouldn’t be a church as much as the church should be a church. It’s a recognition that the genesis of all things interesting is concealed. Whether it’s music, art, beer, or alcohol, there is a correlation. You’re sort of dancing between two worlds.
“There is something of a tradition within the brewery and within the branding of [the thing that is] concealed; something that is more powerful than that which is revealed. I think ultimately that is what it comes down to.”
Head brewer Kane Upton, formerly of Edinburgh Beer Factory, and lead brewer Barney Cox spearheaded the project. They created the new beers on the 20hl steam-powered brewhouse situated on the Ashcombe estate, on the rolling hills of the Wiltshire and Dorset countryside.
Barney said: “It’s been exciting to try out new ideas and push our brew kit to see what we can do here in the brewery, mixing some traditional ideas with new techniques. We’re happy with the outcomes and look forward to what we can continue to do in the future.”
Kane said: “The staff came together to discuss what beers we’d like to make. “This really is a whole team effort, from Sally, who takes care of our accounts, through to Josh, who delivers the beer along the south coast and up to London. We all had input and decided together.”
The beers will be available nationally to trade and the general public (online) from Tuesday (10th October).
The beers
Key Lime Pie Pastry Sour (6% ABV)
Made with a base of speciality malts and digestive biscuits, and layered with lime, this pastry sour is tart and fruity, with undertones of silky sweetness.
Ruby ESB (5.5% ABV)
Warm and inviting, there are toasted flavours with deep caramel and toffee notes. The beer has a rustic red hue.
Three-Hop NEIPA (6.5% ABV)
Showcasing New World Rakau, Kohatu, and Vista hops, the beer yields a bold and robust flavour profile.
Dulce De Leche Imperial Stout (8% ABV)
A complex interplay of flavour, the beer features speciality malts. There’s a subtle smokiness and roasted flavour.
