Cornwall’s Driftwood Spars Brewery is celebrating medal success at CAMRA’s Champion Winter Beer of Britain competition.
Driftwood Spars head brewer Tim Lawrence with owner Louise Treseder and award-winning Alfie’s Revenge
Strong ale Alfie’s Revenge was awarded gold in the barley wines and strong ales category of the contest.
Originally created by late head brewer Pete Martin, Alfie’s Revenge has long been a standout in the Driftwood Spars range. Now made by Tim Lawrence, the beer continues to honour Pete’s legacy while maintaining its award-winning credentials.
“It’s a real honour to see Alfie’s Revenge recognised again at the Champion Winter Beer of Britain,” said Tim. It’s one of our best-loved beers and a lasting tribute to Pete’s original recipe.
“To win gold in such a competitive category means a great deal to the whole team at the Driftwood.”
The ale takes its name from a stuffed squirrel that once lived in the pub, regularly disappearing on local adventures before reliably returning… until 2009 that is, when Alfie vanished for good.
Lou Treseder, landlady of the Driftwood Spars pub and hotel, said: “We were thrilled when Alfie’s Revenge was named supreme Champion Winter Beer of Britain back in 2012, and to see it take gold in its category again is fantastic.
“It’s testament to Tim’s brewing skill that the beer continues to stand out on the national stage.”
Alfie’s Revenge is a smooth, rich strong red ale with a deep malt aroma. Nutty and earthy malt flavours are layered with sweetness and notes of dried stonefruit, balanced by gentle bitterness and subtle spicy red berry character. The finish is long, malty, and fruity, with a slightly dry edge.
As a result of its gold medal, Alfie’s Revenge will now progress to compete for the overall title at the Champion Beer of Britain finals in Cambridge this May.
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