Greene King has launched Old Master Hen, part of the Old Speckled Hen family, brewed at 7% ABV and bottle conditioned to mature with age.
The ale is described as strong and full-bodied, with a deep amber colour, masses of characteristic toffee and fruit, notes of citrus orange, and traditional English hop bitterness.
The name was inspired by one of Greene King’s master brewers, Ross O’Hara, who was tasked with creating his own personal recipe of the ultimate Old Speckled Hen family brew.
“Old Master Hen is a proud personal accomplishment and it’s been a labour of love,” he said: “This ale celebrates the art of brewing, from the selection of ingredients to the process of creating a truly unique product and, ultimately, how a perfectly brewed ale is, in fact, a masterpiece.
“This is a beer to sip and savour and we feel the name Old Master Hen perfectly summarises an ale that has centuries of brewing expertise under its belt and is a true gift for beer enthusiasts.”
To celebrate the launch, the first 100 bottles of Old Master Hen will be released online with a special certification. Find out more here.
