The Real Ale Shop, Norfolk ¦ The bottle-conditioned ales we stock

THE ALES WE STOCK

The Real Ale Shop in Norfolk has well over 50 ales, all bottle-conditioned. The list below shows the ales we most regularly stock. However we also offer seasonal and limited edition ales throughout the year. Please contact us if you require any further information on our current stock. An asterisk () indicates that this is one of the 12 ales in our mail order 'Norfolk Traleblazer' Case.

FOX BREWERY
Fox and Hounds, Heacham, Norfolk

BRANTHILL BEST ABV 3.8%
A beer created for The Real Ale Shop using 100% of our own barley from Branthill Farm. A nutty malty ale full of character that belies its session beer strength.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.60

BRANTHILL NORFOLK NECTAR ABV 4.3%
A light entertaining ale of extreme purity in colour and crisp in taste with an attractive hoppy aroma.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.60

BRANTHILL PIONEER ABV 5.2%
Named after the Suffolk Punch stallion which was supreme breed champion in the 1930’s and born here at Branthill Farm. This ale is strong and impressive like its namesake.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.60

CERBERUS STOUT ABV 4.5%
A dark, mellow stout with a creamy coffee finish.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.70

NELSON’S BLOOD BITTER ABV 5.1%
Winner of our 2005 Octoberfest. This unusual ale is a combination of a crisp Fox bitter and ‘Nelson’s Blood ‘– a unique blend of rum and spices from the Lord Nelson, Burnham Thorpe (Nelson’s Birthplace).
Bottle size 500ml £3.00

A DROP OF REAL NORFOLK ABV 4.4%
A light hoppy ale
Bottle size 500ml £2.60

DA KRAI ABV 3.9%
An exotic ale with a hint of lemon
£2.60

PUNT GUN ABV 5.9%
The strongest ale in this range. A dark malty ale with a slight
suggestion of almonds.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.80

WOODFORDE’S BREWERY
Woodbastwick, Norwich.

WHERRY ABV 3.8%
CAMRA’s champion beer of Britain 1996 and 2005. An outstanding, golden beer
Bottle size: 500ml £2.55

SUNDEW ABV 4.3%
A light refreshing ale best served slightly chilled. A great introduction to real ale.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.55

NELSON’S REVENGE ABV 4.5%
Commemorating Norfolk’s great naval hero who was born in the local area. Lots of character with zesty, orangey flavours and a copper colour. Another Norfolk favourite.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.60

NORFOLK NOG ABV 4.6%
CAMRA’s champion beer of Britain 1992. Ruby coloured mild with a roasted malt after taste and a coffee like aroma. Bittersweet finish.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.60

ADMIRAL’S RESERVE ABV 5.0%
Initially brewed to celebrate Woodforde’s 21st anniversary. A dark strong ale with a hint of sweetness to balance the bitter malty flavours.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.70

HEADCRACKER ABV 7.0%
Award winning barley wine with a deceptive strength that lives
up to its brilliantly descriptive name.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.95

NORFOLK NIP ABV 8.5%
An original beer using a recipe from the former Steward and Patteson brewery in Norwich. Six months of maturing in the cask gives a sweet tropical fruit taste with a hint of molasses. Keeps for up to 2 years.
Bottle size: 330ml £2.70

ICENI BREWERY
Ickburgh, Norfolk

FINE SOFT DAY ABV 4.0%
The addition of maple syrup adds an intriguing hint of sweetness contrasting to the fresh citrus flavours.
When it was first brewed successfully it was, in the brewer’s words, “a fine soft day”.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.60

CRANBERRY WHEAT ABV 4.1%
Runner-up in our 2006 Octoberfest – a light fruity ale with overtones of pink champagne.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.65

PRIDE OF NORFOLK ABV 4.0%
A really malty ale with character.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.60

NORFOLK GOLD ABV 5.0%
A golden ale, both spicy and fruity with a dry finish.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.65

MEN OF NORFOLK ABV 6.2%
This rich stout comes in an unusual larger bottle with an attractive sepia label and champagne cork. It is dark brown in colour, slightly sweet with a hint of liquorice. Classy presentation makes this a great gift.
Bottle size: 750ml £5.50

ARCTIC ALE ABV 10.0%
Strong with a sticky sweet finish.
Bottle size: 500ml £4.90

ELVEDEN BREWERY
Elveden Forest, Thetford, Norfolk

ELVEDEN ALE ABV 5.2%
A strong ale with a fruity aroma and hoppy finish. Bottled in stone flagons like ales of old, topped with a swing stopper.
Bottle size: 500ml £6.00

ELVEDEN STOUT ABV 5.0%
A very dark brown ale with a roasted malty taste also
bottled in the traditional stone flagons.
Bottle size: 500ml £6.00

BRANCASTER BREWERY
The Jolly Sailors, Brancaster, Norfolk

IPA ABV 3.7%
A session bitter, easy drinking and well-balanced.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.60

OLD LES ABV 5.0%
Brewed in memory of a celebrated Brancaster fisherman.
A popular local amber ale with depth. Malty aroma and aftertaste.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.70

HUMPTY DUMPTY BREWERY
Reedham, Norfolk

REEDHAM PORTER ABV 5.0%
A first class porter.
Bottle size: 500ml £2.70

REEDCUTTER ABV 4.4%
An easy drinking pale ale.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.55

CHELTENHAM FLYER ABV 4.6%
A classy ale with a good head of steam.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

GOLDEN GORSE ABV 5.4%
A Blond beer with a bite..
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

TIPPLE'S BREWERY
Acle, Norfolk

REDHEAD ABV 4.2%
Beautiful malty flavour, rich red/amber colour.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

MOONROCKET ABV 5.0%
Hoppy aroma, with a strong clean, crisp flavour.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

INSPECTOR MORSE ABV 4.1%
Brewed with special permission from Colin Dexter keeps one guessing with its deceptive depth of flavour!
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

LADY EVELYN ABV 4.1%
Delicate malt flavour with a lingering crisp dry finish.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

THE HANGED MONK ABV 3.8%
A traditional mild with a subtle bitterness
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

THE WHY NOT BREWERY
Norwich, Norfolk

ROUNDHEAD PORTER ABV 4.5%
A well-rounded porter
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

CAVALIER RED ABV 4.7%
A red bitter with a nicely balanced finish
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

CHOCOLATE NUTTER ABV 5.5%
Creamy, chocolatey with a slightly bitter dark malt aftertaste
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.70

NORFOLK HONEY ALE ABV 5.0%
A light pale ale with a hint of honey.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

BEESTON BREWERY
Beeston, Norfolk

WORTH THE WAIT ABV 4.2%
- it really is.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

ON THE HUH ABV 5.0%
A strong traditional ale with a robust flavour and a bitter
finish
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

BLACKFRIARS
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

YARMOUTH BITTER ABV 3.8%
A down to earth, mellow bitter. Champion Ale at 2006 Norwich Beer Festival
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

GRAIN BREWERY
Harleston, Norfolk

DARK OAK ABV 4.0%
A dark bitter with tasty toasted malt overtones
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

HARVEST MOON ABV 4.0%
An enchantingly smooth ale with a touch of moondust sparkle Bottle Size: 500ml £2.40

BLONDE ASH ABV 4.0%
Refreshing mellow wheat beer
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

CHESTNUT ABV 3.5%
A dark chestnut coloured beer with complex malt flavours, light bitterness and subtle hop aromas.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.55

WAGTAIL
Old Buckenham, Norfolk

ENGLISH ALE ABV 4.2%
A tasty, traditional ale
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

ALE-NEXT-THE-SEA ABV 4.5%
A classic bitter; an ideal accompaniment for fresh crab
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

BLACK SHUK ABV 4.5%
A malty stout named after the legendary dog that haunts the Norfolk coast
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

HORNBLOWER ABV 4.5%
A real nutty ale
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

GOLD RUSH ABV 4.0%
A light golden ale
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

ROYAL NORFOLK ABV 4.0%
In a full pint bottle. A full flavoured ale brewed with sovereign hops.
Bottle Size: 600ml £3.00

ELMTREE
Snetterton, Norfolk

DARK HORSE ABV 5.0%
A fruity stout with a rich coffee aroma
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

GOLDEN PALE ALE ABV 5.0%
An original citrus taste with subtle strength
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

NORFOLK SQUARE BREWERY
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

STILETTO ABV 4.5%
A refreshing golden ale with a honey twist.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.60

BUFFY'S BREWERY
Tivetshall St. Mary, Norfolk

BUFFY'S ALE ABV 5.5%
A full bodied, slightly spicy ale.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

NORWEGIAN BLUE ABV 4.9%
A real treat - an ale of depth and richness.
Bottle Size: 500ml £2.65

BUFFY'S BITTER ABV 3.9%
Available in a 9 pint mini-cask.
£18.00

IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT BOTTLE CONDITIONED ALES

All our ales are bottle conditioned. In order to appreciate this real ale in top condition, keep away from heat and bright sunlight and store in an upright position. Bottle conditioned ales have a small amount of yeast remaining in the bottle and so are a live product, unlike 90% of ordinary bottled beers. This produces some secondary fermentation giving a little sediment at the bottom of the bottle, but in return a much deeper character. Pouring carefully will reward you with a clear, superior drink. We expect all of our ales to leave the shop in perfect condition. If, however, you feel this is not the case please do let us know. We will gladly replace the bottle at the shop or offer a refund

We welcome feedback on all the ales we sell, either by phone or by email.

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