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21st August 2012

REBELLIOUS NORFOLK ALE HITS BACK AFTER 10 YEARS

Woodforde’s Norfolk Ales are bringing back one of their most rebellious limited edition brews when Kett’s Rebellion, the ale to commemorate Norfolk’s Robert Kett and the peasants’ revolt, returns to pubs across East Anglia from the end of August 2012.

Kett’s Rebellion (4.3%), a copper-coloured ale with a rich, bitter finish, was last produced in 2002 and was created by Woodforde’s to commemorate the summer of 1549 when Robert Kett from Wymondham famously led the peasants’ revolt.

There was nationwide unrest due to landowners threatening the livelihood of peasants by fencing off common land. In Norfolk, Robert Kett stepped forward to lead a revolt and rallied his forces at the oak tree outside Hethersett ‘Ketts Oak’ which stands to this day.

With an army of 20,000 men Kett led a successful attack on the city of Norwich but after much fighting the rebels were eventually overthrown. 3,000 were killed before Kett was captured and hanged at Norwich Castle.

Rupert Farquharson, Managing Director of Woodforde’s comments: “We produced Kett’s Rebellion to keep the memory of the Norfolk legend, Robert Kett alive. It has a complex blend of fruit and zesty flavours and packs a real punch as with most of Woodforde’s beers, it has a link to the culture and heritage of Norfolk. With every pint we aim to celebrate Robert Kett’s role in Norfolk’s folklore.”

The pumpclip for Kett’s Rebellion has been modernised for the 2012 re-launch and the beer will be available from pubs across East Anglia from late August and in 18 or 36 pint beerboxes which can be purchased from the Woodforde’s shop (tel: 01603 722 218) or at www.woodfordes.co.uk.

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NOTES TO EDITORS

 

 

Other Woodforde’s Beers

 

Wherry (ABV 3.8%) – Style: Bitter Fresh and zesty with crisp floral flavours.

 

Sundew (ABV 4.1%) – Style: Golden Subtle and refreshing.

 

Nelson’s Revenge (ABV 4.5%) – Style: Special Bitter Rich and floral aromas.                                          

Admiral’s Reserve (ABV 5%) – Style: Strong Ale Sweet fruit flavour, with a dark chestnut-coloured beer.

 

Mardler’s (ABV 3.5%) – Style: Mild Gentle and delicate beer, an ideal appetiser.

 

Norfolk Nog (ABV 4.6%) – Style: Old Ale Smooth, rich and rounded ‘Old Ale’ with hints of chocolate, treacle and liquorice.

 

Once Bittern (ABV 4%) – Style: Pale Ale with a distinctive aroma of rich spice and citrus fruit.

Woodforde’s Headcracker (ABV 7%) – Style: Golden barley wine Pale but strong and full-bodied.

 

Tour

Woodforde’s brewery tours are open to the public. To check dates, times and availability please call the Woodforde’s Shop and Visitor Centre on 01603 722218 or email shop@woodfordes.co.uk

 

Members Club

‘The Woodforde’s Club’ – Woodforde’s members club, free to join and members receive up-to-date newsletters, a Woodforde’s Club card which entitles them to various special offers, including discounts on bottled beers and Beerboxes, and a range of other brewery products. To join the club email your details to club@woodfordes.co.uk

 

Location

Woodforde’s Ltd

Broadland Brewery

Woodbastwick

Norwich

Norfolk

NR13 6SW.
Tel: 01603 720353    Email: info@woodfordes.co.uk

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