Our famed ‘Old Thumper’ craft ale has a moreish maltinessand a satisfying full flavour.
Strength: 2.9 UK units per pint ABV: 5.1% Smell: Spicy, Fruity, Hoppy Bitter: 3 Style: Strong Ale See: Deep Brown Taste: Warming, Malty/Bitter Sweet: 4
Ringwood’s most iconic beer was first brewed in late 1979 without a name. A competition in the local press inspired Joe Leedham from Broadstone, Dorset to come up with a suitable suggestion!
NOSE
Peppery, spicy aroma with a hint of apples.
PALATE
Luscious balance of grain and hop in the mouth. Bitter sweet finish with delicate fruit notes.
COMMENTS
Warm, rounded yet surprisingly delicate pale strong beer.
Old Thumper goes great with a beef sandwich
4 x ciabatta 800gr sliced rare roast rib of beef 100gr mayonnaise 20gr grated horseradish 10ml olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 60gr Parmesan for shaving 200gr rocket leaves
Did you know? You can order an additional 8 pack of beer without increasing your shipping costs! *subject to delivery location
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Following the cessation of the Ringwood Brewery tours in March 2020 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have taken the decision to no longer offer brewery tours to members of the public. It has been a joy to invite you through our doors over the years and we are grateful for your continued support of our products. If you have a valid brewery tour voucher(s) which you paid for and have been unable to redeem due to the COVID-19 pandemic, please call the Ringwood Brewery Store on 01425 470303.