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Old Speckled Hen 4.8%

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A rich, full-bodied premium ale with classic British heritage, brewed in the UK using malted barley, hops, yeast and carefully selected brewing ingredients. It presents as a deep amber ale with distinctive notes of toffee, malt and fruit, complemented by a finely balanced hoppy bitterness and a smooth, satisfying finish.

Old Speckled Hen is matured to develop depth of flavour and balance, delivering a robust yet approachable character.

Crafted to provide authentic British ale character with excellent versatility across food and beverage applications. Its rich malt-forward profile contributes flavour depth, colour and complexity to both sweet and savoury formulations.

Processed under BRCGS-certified systems and HACCP controls, Old Speckled Hen sprovides dependable quality and consistency. A versatile ale ingredient solution supported by Good Food Wines’ technical expertise and reliable supply.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Available at 4.8% ABV
  • Premium British ale heritage
  • Deep amber appearance
  • Notes of toffee, malt and fruit
  • Balanced hoppy bitterness
  • Smooth, rounded mouthfeel
  • Rich malt-forward flavour profile
  • Excellent culinary and beverage functionality
  • Suitable for sweet and savoury applications
  • Consistent quality and specification
  • Reliable supply and technical support
  • Available in Jerricans and IBC quantities
  • Shelf-life: 21 days (unopened)

Applications for Food Manufacturers

Our Old Speckled Hen is widely used across the food and beverage manufacturing industry for:

  • Bakery products
  • Cakes and puddings
  • Desserts
  • Confectionery
  • Sauces and gravies
  • Marinades
  • Braised dishes
  • Pies and casseroles
  • Comfort food applications
  • Beverage innovation

Summary

Available Sizes
5L, 20L
ABV Available
4.80%
Packaging Formats
Jerricans and IBC
Suitable for
Sweet and savoury applications