A true test of high quality local bitter is battled out annually at the renowned Reading Beer Festival and this year the Chiltern Brewery have shone with Gold awards for their 30th anniversary Chiltern Pearl in the “Bitter” category and for their Beechwood Bitter in the “Best Bitter” category.

“These are typically the two most hotly contested categories in competitions so we are very proud and pleased with the outcome. There was a lot of competition from other breweries, as always, and we were amongst some excellent entrants” says Tom Jenkinson, Head Brewer.

Chiltern Pearl is the first in their series of 30th anniversary celebration ales and was launched on 9th April. A light, spring fresh ale, it proved so popular that it sold out within three weeks of the launch. To win gold for this limited edition draught shows the depth of knowledge, care and expertise which goes into every pint from the Chiltern Brewery and inspires confidence for new, innovative lines.

There is now a sense of eager anticipation for the next in their series of three 30th anniversary draughts, Golden Ale, a special summer ale, which is due to be launched at the end of August this year.
Added to these excellent awards, the Chiltern Brewery’s pub in Aylesbury, the Farmers’ Bar, has scooped a Gold award from Beautiful Beer, which shows that the pub has passed a rigorous assessment of its beers in terms of quality, presentation and customer service.

“We are absolutely delighted to receive this award. We aim to serve only the best in quality, fresh beers and ales in a convivial and relaxed atmosphere. Our staff are trained to understand the range of beers that we serve so that they can help recommend the best choice to you and this award recognises the passion and commitment we have for maintaining high standards for all of our customers” says George Jenkinson, Pub and Brewery Director.

Whilst waiting for the next in their range of celebration ales, Cobblestones seasonal draught is now available and a very special, limited edition, triple hopped, bottle conditioned, “30th Anniversary Ale”, will become available from the beginning of August. This promises exciting innovation in terms of packaging and presentation with a beer that you can truly trust will deliver from the Chiltern Brewery.

Please see website for further details www.chilternbrewery.co.uk