Belhaven (Belhaven)

Belhaven beer is ranked first in terms of sales in Scotland. The name translates as “beautiful harbor”. The trademark belongs to Green King, a major UK alcohol producer. The enterprise manufactures more than two dozen types of products, most of which are exported to the USA, Russia, France and Sweden.

Historical information

Belhaven Brewery is located in the village of the same name, located on the shore of the bay in the southeastern part of Scotland. In these places, the monks have been brewing ale since the beginning of the 1719th century. The business was founded by the Jonestone family in XNUMX. The place was ideal for brewing – the region was famous for its barley, and the factory had its own source of natural water. In the first half of the XNUMXth century, a railway was brought up to the village, which served to develop trade.

The family company Dudgeon & Co has been brewing traditional Scottish beers for centuries, but by the 70s of the 2005th century it could no longer compete with the industrial giants, so the owners decided to sell the business. After the change of ownership, the business of the company went uphill, and by XNUMX Belhaven became the largest brewery in Scotland. In the same year, the company was acquired by the Green King concern, which invested more than a million pounds sterling in the organization of a new brewhouse.

Manufacture

The company produces lagers, stout, ales and craft beers from the finest Scottish barley varieties. The new equipment made it possible to significantly expand the range of products and supplement the line with types of beer brewed with a large amount of hops. The enterprise is famous for its own yeast collection. Thanks to unique recipes and vast experience, the company produces drinks that are comparable in richness of taste to aged grape wine.

Interesting Facts

Belhaven Brewery celebrates its 2019th anniversary in 300. The anniversary celebration program includes the grand opening of the new tourist center, music festivals, performances and prize draws.

The company was named Exporter of the Year at the Scottish Beer Awards held in November 2018, and the Belhaven Twisted Thistle IPA was named the best beer.

Types of Belhaven beer

Belhaven Best, 3,2%

The company’s most famous product is Scotch ale. It has enjoyed steady popularity since 1991. Brewed with Challenger and Goldings hops. A chestnut-colored drink with a rich aroma of fruits and the taste of toasted bread with hints of confiture and pineapple.

Belhaven 80 Shilling, 3,9%

Ale of copper color with the aroma of malt and fresh hops. Sweet notes of ripe fruit and toffee are felt on the palate.

St. Andrews Amber Ale, 4,6%

An amber-colored drink with a fruity-herbal aroma. Low carbonation allows you to fully reveal the tart taste with a predominance of malt and nuts.

Belhaven Robert Burns, 4,2%

Classic ale released in honor of the Scottish poet Robert Burns. The color is dark chestnut, fruit and roasted hazelnuts are felt in the aroma. On the palate, soft notes of grain, sweet candies and tobacco stand out.

Belhaven Black Stout, 4,2%

Stout is made from three types of barley of varying degrees of heat treatment. Black beer with a dense creamy head of foam and aroma of milk chocolate. At the start, there is a slight sourness, turning into deep coffee notes.

Belhaven Twisted Thistle IPA, 5,6%

Indian pale ale is one of the most popular craft beer brands with a dense body and spicy aroma. The taste is rich, with bright notes of wildflowers, grapefruit and citrus zest.

Belhaven Intergalactic Dry-Hop Lager, 5%

A dry lager with herb and lemon aromas, brewed with five varieties of hops. The flavor range combines malt and spicy notes with citrus hints.

Belhaven Speyside Oak Aged Blonde Ale, 6,5%

Light craft beer with a dense structure with oak and whiskey aromas. The taste is soft and rich, with pronounced tones of sherry, vanilla and shortbread.

Belhaven Wee Heavy Scotch Ale, 7,4%

A strong drink created on the basis of heavily roasted malt, which gives the ale a dark color and sweetness. The taste is dominated by spicy fruits.

Belhaven Scottish Ale, 5,0%

A classic ruby-colored Scottish ale with a hoppy aroma and a nutty-biscuit flavor.