Friday 13th has arrived!
Friday 13th needs no introduction…..
Brewed every Friday 13th since October 1995, our honeyed 4.2% ale is pouring from 10am today. Marvellously mellow, with all the malt and hop balance of Tongham TEA, just with that added touch of sweetness to finish.
It’s sure to sell like hot cakes so grab your supplies while stocks last!
To find out why we brew Friday 13th ale, read on.....
Friday 13th is said to be unlucky for some. It certainly was for 6 geese who flew over the village of Tongham on Friday 13th October 1995 and crashed straight into the main power supply to the Brewery, causing a total power cut. The loss of power came at a critical point in the brewing process and in order not to lose the brew, the staff came up with the inspired idea of adding honey to make the beer ferment. The resulting brew tasted so good, that ever since that fateful day, we have brewed Friday 13th whenever that date appears in the calendar.
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