Special Reserve, Theakston
Added: Tuesday, November 10th 2026
| Style | Strong Pale Ale | ABV 6.5% |
Special Reserve 6.5%
Theakston of Masham, North Yorkshire, is famous for its Old Peculier ale but this new beer at 6.5 per cent is the strongest beer it has ever brewed.
It comes on the eve of its 200th anniversary in 2027.
Special Reserve is brewed with pale, crystal and chocolate malts and is hopped with two English varieties, Challenger and Fuggles.
It’s a superbly balanced beer with rich malt notes of honey, cobnuts and dark chocolate underscored by peppery and spicy hops. It’s warming, refreshing and delicious.
The beer is on sale in Morrison’s at £2.75 for a 500ml bottle. It will spread to other supermarkets this month.
