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Ruddles Best Bitter

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A full-bodied traditional bitter with classic British brewing heritage, brewed in the UK using carefully selected malted barley, hops and sugar. It presents as a deep amber ale with a rich profile featuring bitter hop character, soft fruit notes and light malty sweetness, supported by a clean and refreshing finish.

Originally brewed in Rutland and now produced by Greene King, Ruddles Best Bitter is crafted to deliver a distinctive balance of bitterness, malt character and refreshment.

Its authentic traditional bitter character and balanced profile offer excellent versatility across food and beverage applications, integrating particularly well into savoury formulations whilst providing subtle malt complexity in bakery applications.

Processed under BRCGS-certified systems and HACCP controls, Ruddles Best Bitter provides dependable quality and consistency. A reliable ale ingredient solution supported by Good Food Wines’ technical expertise and dependable supply.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Available at 3.4% ABV
  • Traditional British bitter heritage
  • Deep amber appearance
  • Balanced hop and malt profile
  • Soft fruit notes
  • Light malty sweetness
  • Clean, refreshing finish
  • Excellent culinary 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 Ruddles Best Bitter is widely used across the food and beverage manufacturing industry for:

  • Bakery products
  • Bread recipes
  • Sauces and gravies
  • Marinades
  • Slow-cooked dishes
  • Meat applications
  • Pies and casseroles
  • Traditional comfort foods
  • Beverage innovation
  • Speciality food products

Summary

Available Sizes
20L, 1000L
ABV Available
3.40%
Packaging Formats
Jerricans and IBC
Suitable for
Sweet and savoury applications