Our BEERS
With inspiration taken from the rich landscape, history, heritage and mythology of the surrounding area we have developed a range of artisan beers to suit every palate.
With a nod to current trends and tastes but firmly rooted in traditional British brewing styles, our beers are crafted not to challenge but to delight the taste buds!!
Deliberation
Affectionately known by the Barnard Castle locals as “Barney Bitter”, the official name of Deliberation reflects the inordinate amount of deliberating given to deciding on a name for the Barnard Castle Brewing Co.'s first ever brew.
Style : Session Bitter Strength: 3.7% ABV Colour: Amber
Taste: Easy-drinking session beer. Spicy hop aroma with hint of citrus. Smooth, dry, nutty malt character followed by a hint of marmalade, subtle smoky sweetness and a refreshingly zesty bitter finish.
Mechanical Swan
With a respectful nod to our near neighbour Bowes Museum, the Swan celebrates the museum’s most famous exhibit – the iconic musical automaton the Mechanical Silver Swan.
Style: Golden Ale Strength: 4.5% ABV Colour: Golden/Blond
Taste: Inviting spicy, floral hop aromas. Refreshingly crisp, bitter and hoppy flavour with hints of citrus and berries perfectly balanced by smooth malt sweetness.
Peg Powler
Named after the River Tees water spirit who will drag you into the dark depths to your doom – resistance is futile!
Style: Porter Strength: 5.6% ABV Colour: Dark Ruby
Taste: Chocolate and coffee notes combine with luscious caramel and biscuit flavours, balanced by a rounded bitterness and wonderful fuggles finish.
Low Force
Often overshadowed by its larger, more dramatic cousin, Low Force gently lowers the River Tees via a series of shallow cascades to form one of Teesdale’s most picturesque scenes. Low and beautiful – just like our beer.
Details
Style: Low Alcohol Dark Ale Strength: 2.8% ABV Colour: Black
Taste: Low in alcohol, high in flavour. Smooth, dark, rich roasted malt with a subtle bitter finish
Bishops Blessing
Brewed to commemorate the blessing of our brewery in May 2018 by the Rt Revd Paul Butler, Bishop Of Durham
Details
Style: Episcopal Pale Ale Strength: 3.8% ABV Colour: Pale Gold
Taste: Uplifting and sophisticated with a heavenly blend of citrus and berry English hop flavours
DLIPA
Proudly produced with support from the Durham Light Infantry Association to honour the "Faithful" Durhams. Read more about the DLI and our connection to the regiment on our DLI page
Details
Style: India Pale Ale Strength: 4.8% ABV Colour: Honey
Taste: Honey-coloured, rich malt, citrus and floral hops with a refreshing bitter finish