Greene King Old Master Hen 2025 Limited Edition Strong Ale 50 cl 7%

1799 is the year, British ale tradition is the foundation. Old Master Hen is Greene King's tribute to its own history.

Expert description of Greene King Old Master Hen 2025

Old Master Hen is an exclusive Limited Edition from the traditional English brewery Greene King. This Strong Ale at 7% is brewed as a tribute to classic British ale traditions - full-bodied, complex and with an elegant balance. The taste offers deep notes of caramel, toffee, dark fruit and a hint of oak, rounded off by a pleasant warmth from the ABV.

Greene King is one of Britain's oldest and best-known breweries, founded in 1799 in Bury St Edmunds and known for classics like Greene King IPA and Abbot Ale.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Caramel, toffee and dark fruit, with a hint of oak.

Taste

Full-bodied and complex with deep caramel and toffee notes, rounded off by a pleasant alcohol warmth.

Finish

Elegant and well balanced, with lingering notes of dark fruit and wood.

Specifications

Name: Old Master Hen 2025
Brewery: Greene King
Country/Region: England, Bury St Edmunds
Beer style: Strong Ale
ABV: 7%
Size: 50 CL
Other: Limited Edition
EAN: 5010549019994
Serving suggestion: 10-12°C in a wide beer glass or tulip glass

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Spiced · Warm · Complex

Did You Know?

The name plays on Greene King's well-known Old Speckled Hen - one of Britain's best-selling ales, and Old Master Hen can be seen as a more powerful, exclusive big sibling to that classic.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Greene King Old Master Hen 2025

Is Old Master Hen 2025 worth the money?

Yes, for anyone who loves classic British ale tradition. The complexity and elegant balance make it an exclusive experience.

What does Old Master Hen 2025 taste like?

It tastes of caramel, toffee and dark fruit, with a pleasant warmth and a hint of oak.

What food pairs well with Old Master Hen 2025?

Try it with mature English cheeses, game dishes or a toffee dessert.

What temperature should it be served at?

Serve it at 10-12°C in a wide beer glass or tulip glass, ideally a beer glass.

What is a Strong Ale?

A powerful, malt-forward English beer style with a higher ABV than a standard ale, known for depth and complexity rather than quick thirst-quenching.

How old is Greene King as a brewery?

The brewery was founded in 1799 and is one of Britain's oldest and most traditional breweries.