Brains has created a 5% ABV porter, named after Boudicca, which will go on sale in more than 450 Wetherspoon pubs for the chain’s spring beer festival.
Rochelle Pinto (second right), brewer of Boudicca, with, left to right: Brains’ wholesale account manager, Sarah Todd; national account manager, Sue Corsi; and head of marketing, Sara Webber
Inspired by the fierce warrior queen, known for her strength and resilience, this dark beer delivers a taste of roasted malts, dark chocolate, and sweet caramel, with a hint of toffee.
The beer has been created by brewer Rochelle Pinto, who joined Brains last year as a laboratory assistant, after studying for an MSc in brewing science at the University of Nottingham.
She said: “Brewing has traditionally been a male-dominated field, so I wanted to create something that was not only unique in taste, but also a symbol of the power and resilience of women in the brewing world.”
Nick Payne, Brains’ managing director, added: “Boudicca is a porter with a purpose — it brings both quality and character to the table. Brains is proud to support brewers like Rochelle, offering a platform to showcase their creations to beer lovers.
“I’m thrilled to see it now available in Wetherspoons pubs across the UK, where people can enjoy it and celebrate its creation. Beer fans are encouraged to raise a glass to the next generation of brewers and the legacy of Boudicca herself.”
