Joseph Holt’s 175th anniversary pale ale has been served in Parliament, nominated to be served in the Strangers Bar by Bury South MP, Christian Wakeford.
Richard Kershaw (left), chief executive of Joseph Holt, with Christian Wakeford MP
“It has been a huge honour to know that our beer is available at the very heart of Government,” said Joseph Holt chief executive chief executive, Richard Kershaw, who made the trip to the House of Commons to enjoy a pint on site.
“I can’t imagine that my great-great grandfather Joseph Holt, who started the company, would ever have imagined that, one day, beers made by our family brewery would be served in the Palace of Westminster.”
Holts 175 is a blend of ale, lager, crystal, and wheat malt, as well as home-grown Harlequin hops which give it a particularly distinctive character, infusing the brew with subtle hints of stonefruits, ripe damson, and juicy plum to balance any bitterness.
The beer was made in collaboration with two fellow independent family brewers, Everards and Hook Norton, who are also celebrating 175 years in business this year. Two other beers, made by the trio, have also been made, brewed respectively at Everard’s and Hook Norton’s premises.
Richard added: “Family brewers play such a vital role in the hospitality industry and the communities they serve, producing quality beer using the best of local expertise.
“Our heritage-rich products reflect the tradition of our brewery and it is an honour that what has always been enjoyed by local communities in the North West is now being enjoyed in a prestigious location in Parliament.”
