Beer
Classic British Pale Ale – Old Speckled Hen is a renowned English pale ale celebrated for its rich, malty taste with hints of toffee and a fruity aroma.
Award-Winning Quality – Recognised for its excellence, Old Speckled Hen was awarded silver in the Pale Amber Beer category at the World Beer Awards 2024.
Ideal Pairings – Old Speckled Hen complements a variety of British dishes, including premium pies, sausages, and weekend BBQs. It also pairs wonderfully with desserts like Sticky Toffee Pudding.
"Old Speckled Hen" is a uniquely smooth and characterful beer that’s rich in malty depth. Auburn and copper on the eye; malty, toffee notes on the nose; and then a further lovely helping of malt in the taste, with distinctive hints of caramel balanced by a touch of fruit. This award-winning ale offers a satisfyingly full-flavoured experience with every sip. Crafted with care and tradition, it is a true British classic, refined for today’s discerning drinker.
The great British ale was first brewed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the MG car factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. It was even named after the factory’s old runaround car which was known for its speckled appearance, thanks to an experimental paintwork technique, and was fondly referred to as the “Owld Speckl’d Un”.
Smooth, rounded, and full of flavour, "Old Speckled Hen" is a richly malty ale with layers of toffee sweetness and a gentle fruity aroma. Its deep amber colour hints at the warmth within, while the well-balanced bitterness from traditional English hops adds structure to its mellow body. This is a beer that rewards those who appreciate a classic British ale with character, reassuringly familiar, yet never ordinary.
Brewed by Greene King, one of Britain’s oldest and most respected breweries, "Old Speckled Hen" is a flagship member of the iconic Hen family. First crafted to celebrate British motoring heritage, it continues to be brewed with the same care, tradition, and commitment to quality that Greene King brings to every pint. With its distinctive flavour and broad appeal, "Old Speckled Hen" remains a staple of British brewing. Trusted, time-honoured, and proudly enjoyed across the country and beyond.
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Contains Malted Barley
Alcohol by volume: 4.8 %
Units of Alcohol: 2.4 units
Country of Origin United Kingdom
Best before end: See neck
Whole Packaging: Recyclable
Brewed by: Morland Brewing, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1QT, England.
Not for EU
Item code: 8151498
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