What is the ABV of Old Speckled Hen?
6.5%
A strong fine ale at 6.5% which combines the malty taste with a smooth raisin finish.
Are Old Speckled Hens strong?
The alcohol by volume of both the canned and bottled versions is 5%, making it a relatively strong, premium ale, however, the cask version was reduced from 5.2% to 4.5% ABV in 2006 to make it more of a “sessionable beer”, resulting in a 60% increase in availability.
Do you drink Old Speckled Hen cold?
Old Speckled Hen delivers on both, as a beer that is best enjoyed cold yet packed with malty characteristics.
How many calories are in a Old Speckled Hen?
There are 291 calories in a pint of Old Speckled Hen (568ml). The alcohol of a draught pint is 4.5% and 5% in a can or bottle.
Are Old Speckled Hens carbonated?
OLD SPECKLED HEN GIVES ITS BRANDING A CONTEMPORARY TWIST “90% of Old Speckled Hen is enjoyed cool and carbonated, either at home, in bottle or can format or as a keg beer in the pub,” says Matt Starbuck, managing director, Greene King Brewing & Brands.
How much sugar is in a Old Speckled Hen?
Nutritional Information
| Per 100ml | |
|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 36.1kcal |
| Fats | <0.1g |
| Carbohydrates | 1.7g |
| – of which sugars | <0.01g |
Are Old Speckled Hens bitter?
‘Old Speckled Hen’ has a full, smooth flavour and is very easy to drink. Its rich amber colour and superb fruity aromas are complemented by a delicious blend of malty tastes. Toffee and malt combine with bitterness on the back of the tongue to give a balanced sweetness. This, all followed by a refreshingly dry finish.
Why is it called speckled hen?
The name chosen was ‘Old Speckled Hen’, which took its name not from a bird, but a car: a paint-spattered MG Featherlight Saloon. Back in the day, this was the MG factory run-around, fondly referred to as the “Owld Speckl’d Un” due to its mottled appearance after several years parked under the paint shop.
Where is Old Speckled Hen beer made?
England, United Kingdom Notes: Old Speckled Hen is popular with ale drinkers up and down the country and renowned for its unique character and consistent quality. The great British ale was first brewed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the MG car factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire.
Why is Old Speckled Hen so popular?
Notes: Old Speckled Hen is popular with ale drinkers up and down the country and renowned for its unique character and consistent quality. The great British ale was first brewed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the MG car factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire.
What is an Old Speckled Un?
The label describes it as a malty ale with a toffee character; hopped with Challenger, Pilgrim, First Gold and Goldings. The name apparently refers to an old factory MG that was known as the ‘old speckled ‘un’. A: Poured into a tulip pint glass. A bright coppery-amber hue with excellent clarity and good carbonation.
What is Speckl’d un?
The great British ale was first brewed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the MG car factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. It was even named after the factory’s old run around car which was often parked outside the paint shop. Spattered in paint, the car became known as the “Owld Speckl’d Un”.