Shepherd Neame Taps into Fruit Flavour for New Limited Edition Beer Fresh Drop

Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame’s latest limited edition brew, Fresh Drop, packs a punch as it is the first in its 300-year history to be crafted with fruit.

Tapping into the growing demand for fruit-flavoured beers, Fresh Drop (3.4%) is a crisp lager cut with apricot and raspberry.

It is the latest innovation from Shepherd Neame’s Small Batch Brewery, a 15 barrel kit offering the opportunity to experiment with styles, ingredients, and techniques.

Director of Brewing Mike Unsworth said: “After the success of First Drop - the refreshing Session IPA which joined our permanent range in February – we wanted to build on the momentum and create a similarly vibrant beer which was fruit-infused but also lower in alcohol.

“Apricots and raspberries, both grown locally here in the Garden of England, were a natural choice. They bring a juicy depth and aroma that makes Fresh Drop a truly standout and refreshing beer.

“Following in the footsteps of our other new releases this year such as Iron Wharf stout and Creekside Juicy IPA, Fresh Drop reflects our deep connection to its Kentish roots - pairing provenance with pioneering flavour.

“It really is a fresh new approach for our brewing and we are excited for people to try it!”

Fresh Drop (3.4%) is now available in selected Shepherd Neame sites for a limited time.

You can find which sites it is available at here: https://www.shepherdneame.co.uk/brewery/small-batch-brewery

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About Shepherd Neame

Shepherd Neame has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. Perhaps best known for great British classic ales such as Spitfire Amber, which carries the Royal Warrant, its diverse portfolio includes the Bear Island and Whitstable Bay collections. It also brews international lagers under licence including premium Thai lager Singha. The independent family business boasts an award-winning visitor centre and 289 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline.

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