Old Growler – Porter 5.0% | Nethergate

Rich, award-winning Suffolk porter with dark chocolate, treacle and dried-fruit notes.

Old Growler is Nethergate’s legendary 5.0% porter – a dark, full-bodied beer that’s been winning fans (and medals) since the late 1980s. It started life as a Christmas seasonal, but its popularity quickly turned it into a year-round classic, named after the founder’s English bulldog.

A blend of dark malts gives layers of chocolate, coffee, treacle and fruitcake, while traditional Fuggles and Challenger hops add earthy bitterness and balance. It pours near-black with a ruby glint, a creamy head and a long, warming finish that makes it as good by the fire as it is with dinner.

• Producer: Nethergate Brewery, Long Melford, Suffolk
• Style: Robust porter
• ABV: 5.0%
• Bottle size: 500ml
• Flavour: Dark chocolate, roasted malt, treacle and dried fruit with a smooth, bittersweet finish

Allergens & Info

Allergens: Contains barley and wheat (gluten).

Many retailers list Old Growler as suitable for vegans, but always refer to the bottle label for the most accurate dietary information.

FAQs

What does Old Growler taste like?
Expect a rich, malty porter with notes of chocolate, coffee, treacle and dark fruit, balanced by a firm but smooth bitterness. It’s full-flavoured without being cloying and finishes surprisingly moreish for a darker beer.

What food does it pair with?
Brilliant with pies, stews, sausages, roasted root veg, strong cheddar, stilton and chocolate desserts. It also works beautifully as a slow-cooking beer for beef or mushroom stews.