Batemans is a fiercely independent family run brewery, based in the Lincolnshire Fens since 1874 with the fourth generation at the helm. Renowned for their multi-award winning beers and for being judged Regional Brewer of the Year.
“Beers brewed by Brewers, not Accountants” sums up their philosophy really well; no savings are made in their quest for the perfect beers.
A classic English copper-red bitter, brewed with pale, crystal and wheat malts, and hopped with English Goldings and Styrian Goldings varieties. XXXB has a rich aroma of biscuity malt, hop resins and vine fruits. Peppery hops, ripe fruit and juicy malt fill the mouth, followed by a long, luscious finish packed with earthy hops and a dry, cracker-like maltiness.
Available in 500ml Bottle
A complex, pale bronze beer made with pale, crystal and wheat malts, malted oats and rye and hopped with Phoenix and Target varieties. The superb aroma is dominated by a tart “orange and lemon slices” fruitiness, with a bready note from the rye. The wonderfully quenching palate has citrus fruit, rich, chewy malt and gentle hop resins, followed by a dry, fruity and biscuity finish.
Available in 500ml Bottle
This beer was originally brewed to commemorate Nelson’s victory at the Battle of Trafalgar.
A pale copper coloured, rewarding beer brewed with pale and crystal malts and hopped with English Goldings and American Liberty hops. The aroma booms with peppery hops and bitter oranges, balanced by fresh bread maltiness. Hops and fruit dominate the palate, while the finish has sappy malt, tart fruit and lingering hop bitterness.
Available in 500ml Bottle
A fresh coffee and chocolate experience infused with genuine Arabica coffee beans and fine Belgian chocolate,blended with locally grown roasted malt. The coffee and chocolate aroma are rich and enticing, and the weight and intensity on the palate are well-judged. Overall, the mocha character is really rounded and integrated into the beer.
Available in 500ml Bottle
Black in colour and creamy in mouthfeel, Dark Fruits is a delicious porter with a backbone of crystal, chocolate and roasted malts. It is packed full of delectable dark fruits for a slightly sweeter finish in this rich, nutty spiced beer. All in all, it’s the most moreish of dark beers.
Available in 500ml Bottle
This pale, hoppy small batch American IPA is brewed and late hopped with American Hops to produce an aromatic nose, citrus taste and piney finish.
Available in 500ml Bottle
The recipe is a blend of malts from Flagon and Tipple barleys and single variety Worcester Golding hops. Having matured in oak, the beer tastes of plums, port, malt, brandy, vanilla and almonds. An ale to be celebrated.
Available in 500ml Bottle