Hook Norton Brewery is celebrating another year of beer and brewing with the first release of the latest in its Anniversary Ales range, 173 Strong Ale.
The brewery first started brewing anniversary ales in its 167th year and has released a new range each year, with the beers brewed increasing a percentage in strength each time.
Established in 1849 and now in its 173rd year operating in the business of brewing, it has released 173 Strong Ale at 7.3% ABV.
As the name suggests, this is a strong and robust dark red beer, fruity and full bodied, with a hint of spice. It combines a robust trio of all-English hops — delicate and smooth Goldings, spicy Challenger, and floral Fuggles.
James Clarke, managing director of Hook Norton Brewery, said: “In 2016, we decided for a bit of fun really to brew one beer at 6.7% alcohol, on the newly commissioned pilot kit. Based on an uprated version of Old Hooky, little did we expect the range to be so well received, and have grown to four celebratory beers.
“Demonstrating the commitment to brewing excellent beers, we are delighted to release the first of the 173 beers.”
