Ringwood Brewery

Ringwood Brewery[edit | edit source]

Ringwood Brewery is a well-known brewery located in Ringwood, a market town in Hampshire, England. It was established in 1978 by Peter Austin, a pioneer in the microbrewery movement in the United Kingdom.

History[edit | edit source]

Peter Austin, the founder of Ringwood Brewery, was a former brewer at the Hull Brewery. He established Ringwood Brewery in 1978, at a time when there were only 100 breweries in the UK. Austin's vision was to create a brewery that produced high-quality ales using traditional brewing methods.

Beers[edit | edit source]

Ringwood Brewery produces a variety of beers, including Best Bitter, Old Thumper, and Fortyniner. Each beer has its unique taste and character, which is a result of the brewery's commitment to using only the finest ingredients and traditional brewing methods.

Best Bitter[edit | edit source]

Best Bitter is a classic example of a traditional English bitter. It has a rich, malty flavor with a hint of fruitiness.

Old Thumper[edit | edit source]

Old Thumper is a strong ale with a complex flavor profile. It has notes of fruit, spice, and malt, and it has won several awards, including the CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain.

Fortyniner[edit | edit source]

Fortyniner is a golden ale that is named after the 1849 gold rush. It has a smooth, malty flavor with a hint of citrus.

Tours[edit | edit source]

Ringwood Brewery offers guided tours that provide an insight into the traditional brewing process. The tours include a visit to the original brewhouse, the fermenting room, and the bottling line.