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Mary JaneIlkley GoldIlkley Black
Ilkley PaleLotus IPASiberia, Rhubarb Saison
Dinner AleJoshua JaneWit Marie
The ChiefMary Jane IPA
Mary Jane
3.5% ABV

Made with high quantities of Amarillo hops, this pale crisp beer has refreshing citrus aromas and flavours. Gold medal winner at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2009/10 and bronze medal winner at the SIBA national competition.

Ilkley Gold
3.9% ABV

A golden session ale with floral aromas emanating from the blend of Celeia and cascade hops.

Ilkley Black
3.7% ABV

This traditional dark mild won the bronze medal at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2010 as well as being voted the winner in its class at Bradford beer festival 2010. The blend of 5 malts used in the mash give a smooth, mellow easy to drink malt flavour with a hint of liquorices in the finish.

Ilkley Pale
4.2% ABV

A dry crisp pale ale strongly hopped with wonderfully floral Nelson Sauvin hops to give a strong but mellow citrus finish. Winner of the bronze medal at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2010.

Lotus IPA
5.6% ABV

India Pale Ales were made for transport overseas and are strong in alcohol and strongly hopped. Our golden coloured Lotus IPA is both of these and more with summit hops from New Zealand and cascade hops from America giving strong aromas and flavours of mango, grapefruit and all round citrus. Winner of the bronze medal in the string ales category at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2010.

Siberia, Rhubarb Saison
5.9% ABV

Brewed with renowned writer, Melissa Cole, author of bestseller "Let Me Tell You About Beer". We have used world famous Yorkshire Rhubarb to add a hint of sourness. There is earthy spice from the Saison yeast, and fresh vanilla to bring out the sweet notes from a blend of Noble Central European hops. A rich golden colour, this naturally hazy Siason is truly a world beer, refreshing on the palate, with a long, satisfying bittersweet finish. Due to popular demand, Siberia will now join our permanent list, and will be available bottle-conditioned as well as in cask.

Dinner Ale
3.3%% ABV

Using a recipe from 1884 found in the archives of the original brewery in Ilkley, this distinctive Victorian Pale Ale was designed as the perfect accompaniment to food, being light and crisp. We have added our modern slant using Australian and American hops and the result is a beer for any occasion. Available in cask and bottle Hops: Calypso (USA), Stella (AUS) & Nelson Sauvin (NZ) Food Match: Yorkshire Lamb Burger, Teacakes

Joshua Jane
3.7% ABV

Rich nut-brown Yorkshire ale. Everything that is great about traditional Yorkshire bitter, fused with Ilkley Brewery’s unique hop character. Named after Mary Jane’s suitor, ont’ Ilkla Moor bar t’at… DECEPTIVELY DIFFERENT Hops: Amarillo (USA), Columbus (USA) Food Match: Beef & Chorizo Casserole, Yorkshire Blue cheese & apricots

Wit Marie
4.7% ABV

Brewed in collaboration with the esteemed Port Street Beer House, Wit Marie is a full-bodied and yet subtly spiced and fruity Wit Beer. Unfiltered and naturally hazy. DELICATELY DELIGHTFUL Hops: Cascade(USA) Bramling Cross(UK) Saaz (CZECH) Food Match: Tempura Vegetables, Waffles & Orange Compote

The Chief
7% ABV

Double Hopped American IPA. This is an ale that packs a whole tepee full of taste. A classic from across the pond, this super-charged IPA IS dry and bristling with flavour and character. It will hit you between the eyes like a Tomahawk, but like the cavalry, you’ll just keep on coming back for more!

Mary Jane IPA
6% ABV

Originally brewed in collaboration with Project Venus, this brew is a Trans-Atlantic fusion IPA. Relying on the English hops for bittering, the star of the show is the American hop aroma, resulting in a truly unique golden ale.

Other Seasonal Beers

Stout MarySmoked WitchMary Christmas
Fireside PorterIlkley SummerVenus Voyage
The MayanGreen GoddessHoly Cow
The Norseman
Stout Mary
4.5% ABV

A full bodied oatmeal stout brewed with a blend of maris otter, roast, crystal and chocolate malts with wheat and oatmeal. The flavours are enhanced by the addition of Galena and Bramling cross hops to produce a rich and creamy ale with a strong bitter finish with blackcurrant and coffee flavours."Silver medal winner at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2011"

Smoked Witch
5.0% ABV

A strong dark caramel beer with a smoky finish.

Mary Christmas
4.7% ABV

A hint of fruit, spice and all things nice. A Golden Ale with all the trimmings, infused with the best Caribbean rum. Peace Beer With You!

Fireside Porter
4.2% ABV

Fireside is a deep chocolate Porter strongly hopped to add berryfruit with a lasting bitterness and a hint of smoke on the finish. A perfect beer to sip in the Winter’s dark evenings.

Ilkley Summer
3.8% ABV

A dark golden-coloured light refreshing summer beer with orange citrus, mango and vanilla flavours leading to a dry finish.

Venus Voyage
6% ABV

Brewed in collaboration with Brewsters from across the UK and the USA, this Project Venus brew is a Trans-Atlantic fusion IPA. Relying on the American hops for bittering, the star of the show is the British hop aroma, in this truly unique golden ale. TASTES LIKE HAPPINESS

The Mayan
5.3% ABV

They may not have got all their predictions right, but they knew how to brew great beer! Inspired by an ancient Mayan recipe, this extraordinary Stout is velvety smooth, bittersweet, and has a subtle smoky fire in its belly. The time has come to put yourself to the ultimate test; dare you take on... The Mayan?!

Green Goddess
5.5% ABV

Verbeia, Celtic Goddess of the River Wharfe, has risen once again in the guise of the latest Ilkley Origins beer, Green Goddess. Designed and brewed with the help of beer writer Melissa Cole, who accompanied the team to hand-pick fresh British hops from the bine*, race back to Ilkley and brew immediately. Brewed with Belgian yeast and, of course, Yorkshire water with orange peel, Szechuan peppercorns and Nigella seeds added to complement the intense, spicy character of the fresh Sovereign hops. Just two brews are available of this unique ale, so catch her while you can! *hops come from a bine, grapes come from a vine Only Available once a year

Holy Cow
4.7% ABV

Rich and satisfying, this extraordinary Cranberry Milk Stout epitomises the age of creative brewing in Great Britain. Delicately balancing the subtle sweetness of the milk and sharpness of the fruit, Holy Cow is uncompromisingly original. You’ll be drinking this until the cows come home!

The Norseman
5.0% ABV

Brewed in collaboration with renowned writer and beer sommelier Jane Peyton, The Norseman was inspired by the exploits of Yorkshire legend Captain Cook who drank spruce beer on his ships of discovery. Celebrating English hops and with the addition of locally foraged spruce, it is a 5% ruby/brown ale. Soft bitterness, sweet resin with pine and herbs on the nose. Naturally Hazy, Historically Natural Hops: Endeavour & Admiral (UK) Norwegian Spruce Food Match: Reindeer Stew, Wensleydale Cheese

Available in bottles

Mary JaneIlkley BestIlkley Gold
Ilkley BlackIlkley PaleLotus IPA
Stout MarySiberia, Rhubarb SaisonThe Chief
Olicana 15 year old
Mary Jane
3.5% ABV

Made with high quantities of Amarillo hops, this pale crisp beer has refreshing citrus aromas and flavours. Gold medal winner at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2009/10 and bronze medal winner at the SIBA national competition. Bottled as a bright filtered beer.

Ilkley Best
4.0% ABV

A hoppy and spicy chestnut coloured Yorkshire ale with a strong bitter finish. Bottled as a bright filtered beer.

Ilkley Gold
3.9% ABV

A golden session ale with floral aromas emanating from the blend of Celeia and cascade hops. A bottle-conditioned beer.

Ilkley Black
3.7% ABV

This traditional dark mild won the bronze medal at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2010 as well as being voted the winner in its class at Bradford beer festival 2010. The blend of 5 malts used in the mash give a smooth, mellow easy to drink malt flavour with a hint of liquorices in the finish. Bottled as a bright filtered beer.

Ilkley Pale
4.2% ABV

A dry crisp pale ale strongly hopped with wonderfully floral Nelson Sauvin hops to give a strong but mellow citrus finish. Winner of the bronze medal at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2010. Bottled as a bright filtered beer.

Lotus IPA
5.6% ABV

India Pale Ales were made for transport overseas and are strong in alcohol and strongly hopped. Our golden coloured Lotus IPA is both of these and more with summit hops from New Zealand and cascade hops from America giving strong aromas and flavours of mango, grapefruit and all round citrus. Winner of the bronze medal in the string ales category at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2010.

Stout Mary
4.5% ABV

A full bodied oatmeal stout brewed with a blend of maris otter, roast, crystal and chocolate malts with wheat and oatmeal. The flavours are enhanced by the addition of Galena and Bramling cross hops to produce a rich and creamy ale with a strong bitter finish with blackcurrant and coffee flavours."Silver medal winner at the SIBA Northern region beer competition 2011"

Siberia, Rhubarb Saison
5.9% ABV

Brewed with renowned writer, Melissa Cole, author of bestseller "Let Me Tell You About Beer". We have used world famous Yorkshire Rhubarb to add a hint of sourness. There is earthy spice from the Saison yeast, and fresh vanilla to bring out the sweet notes from a blend of Noble Central European hops. A rich golden colour, this naturally hazy Siason is truly a world beer, refreshing on the palate, with a long, satisfying bittersweet finish.Due to popular demand, Siberia will now join our permanent list, and will be available bottle-conditioned as well as in cask.

The Chief
7% ABV

This is a Limited Edition beer: hand-bottled, bottle-conditioned and signed by the Head Brewer, it will age well, it will drink well. Enjoy with care! Double Hopped American IPA. This is an ale that packs a whole tepee full of taste. A classic from across the pond, this super-charged IPA IS dry and bristling with flavour and character. It will hit you between the eyes like a Tomahawk, but like the cavalry, you’ll just keep on coming back for more!

Olicana 15 year old
46% ABV

This 15 year old Single Malt from the renowned Speyside distillery Glentauchers has been specially selected by the Master Brewers from Yorkshire’s Ilkey Brewery for its robust body and balanced finished. Matured in Oak casks for fifteen years before being bottled for Ilkley Brewery and limited to only 144 bottles, this is a unique and exceptional single malt. Please contact Luke at the brewery on 01943 604604 to reserve your bottle now for just £40

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