Old Master Hen 2024
(Batch of Old Master Hen)
Morland in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England 🏴
Strong Ale - English Special Out of Production|
Score
7.41
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500ml Old Master Hen 2024 release is a limited edition small batch bottle conditioned strong ale, rich in malt for a caramel sweetness and perfectly complemented by hints of spice, blackcurrant and berry fruits to further enhance the depth of this moreish, warming ale.
Masterful Brew, Exquisite Depth, Bottle Conditioned
Masterful Brew, Exquisite Depth, Bottle Conditioned
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8/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 7.5
Flavor 8
Texture 8
Overall 8.5
Pours a clear chestnut colour with a tan head. Rich taste of fruit cake, berries and toffee. Hints of oak. Medium mouthfeel with a long and complex aftertaste. A beautiful strong ale.
Tried
from Bottle
from
Waitrose Supermarket (Various locations)
on 24 Nov 2025
at 21:46
7.9/10
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Appearance 7
Aroma 8
Flavor 8
Texture 7
Overall 8.5
0,5 flaske delt med Steven hos ham: klar kastanjefarge med fint skum som varer. Nydelig aroma og smak med karamell/knekk, valnøtter, ristet brød, engelsk fruktkake og noe floralt. Raffinert drikke i eksklusiv forpakning..
Tried
from Bottle
on 24 Nov 2025
at 21:42
8/10
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Appearance 9
Aroma 8
Flavor 8
Texture 7
Overall 8
Thick creamy tan head stayed on a slowly carbonating chestnut coloured body - looks amazing!
Sweet, malt, spiced & berry aroma.
Medium bodied, smooth with a tingle on the back.
Sweet, malt, berries, caramel, toffee & tea tastes with a lightly hopped tangy finish.
Excellent.
Sweet, malt, spiced & berry aroma.
Medium bodied, smooth with a tingle on the back.
Sweet, malt, berries, caramel, toffee & tea tastes with a lightly hopped tangy finish.
Excellent.
Tried
from Bottle
on 12 Jul 2025
at 16:09
7.6/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 8
Flavor 7.5
Texture 7
Overall 7.5
[50cl bottle from the Co-op, Mortimer, still on sale in June 2025. Bottle no: 48321] An attractive copper coloured pour with a cream head falling back quickly to a scant coating; aroma of vine fruit and alcohol; smooth malty body with some caramel and raisins; then a warming mellow finish with more alcohol, raisins and a hint of vanilla. Very drinkable.
Tried
from Bottle
from
Co-operative Supermarket (Various Locations)
on 15 Jun 2025
at 18:13
8.1/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 7
Flavor 8
Texture 10
Overall 8.5
So this is my 1 thousandth beer rated and ticked on this site. It's taken a while, mainly because I couldn't be bothered to add to the site for about 6 years, but I'm back in the saddle and time for a reflection. I love beer. I love it's variety, the way it changes with time and fashion. I love exploring the breweries and beer styles. I love sharing it with friends and family. I love the way it makes me feel and the sheer pleasure I get from drinking it. I love hunting down beers and breweries and the excitement of finding something new. I just love beer. Who knows how many different beers I've had during my 49 years on this planet, but way more than this. Way more. I had a 20 year old Fullers Vintage lined up to mark the occasion, but I'm on holiday and I don't have access to my beer cellar so I found this in a local Waitrose. It's a good one, rich malt, toffee, wine and a bit of Port. This is very good and very pleased to have this one for my milestone.
Tried
on 08 Aug 2024
at 17:11
7/10
Caramel, fruity, sweet, raisins, malty
Tried
from Bottle
on 28 Jun 2024
at 16:48