Rooster's Brewing Co the best English beers from Harrogate
If you love true English beers β those with character, history, and technique β Rooster's Brewing Co is a name you need to know. Founded in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, this brewery is one of the most respected references in the British craft scene, with decades of experience producing classic and modern styles that tell the soul of English beer.
From today, you can order their beers directly on Maltese. Hereβs everything you need to know.
Who is Rooster's Brewing Co
Rooster's was born in Harrogate, in the heart of North Yorkshire, one of Englandβs richest regions in brewing tradition. The brewery stands out for an approach that balances respect for classic British styles with openness to American influences β especially in hop usage. The result is a consistent, recognizable range, with beers that work both for those new to craft beer and for the most experienced palates.
English styles: what makes them unique
Before diving into the individual beers, itβs worth understanding what distinguishes the English brewing tradition.
Bitter and Pale Ale are the most iconic styles: low to medium strength beers, balanced, with caramel malt and herbal or floral hops. Originally meant to be enjoyed fresh on tap, today they are also found in quality cans and bottles.
Porter is a dark style born in London in the 1700s, with notes of coffee, dark chocolate, and licorice. Smooth, enveloping, ideal in cold seasons but appreciated all year round.
British IPA vs American IPA: the English IPA is drier, more bitter, and maltier compared to the American version, which focuses on intense aromatic hops (citrus, tropical fruit). Rooster's plays on both fronts.
Hazy IPA / New England IPA: the most modern style, with a cloudy appearance and a fruity, juicy profile, without the aggressive bitterness of classic IPAs.
Rooster's beers available on Maltese
Yorkshire's Best β Modern Bitter | 3.8% ABV | β¬5.50
The perfect entry beer for those who want to understand what English "bitter" means. Caramel malt upfront, herbal and earthy hops, light and dry body. Gluten-free. Serve at 8β10Β°C in a pint glass.
π Buy Yorkshire's Best
London Thunder Porter | 4.2% ABV | β¬5.70
A dark and enveloping porter with notes of coffee, dark chocolate, and licorice. Can be served nitro style for an even creamier texture. Ideal at 10β12Β°C in a pint or tulip glass.
π Buy London Thunder Porter
Yankee β Pale Ale | 4.3% ABV | β¬5.50
The British Pale Ale with an American twist: USA hops for a floral and citrus profile on a classic malt base. Silver medal at the International Beer Awards 2017. Serve at 6β8Β°C in a pint glass.
π Buy Yankee Pale Ale
Baby-Faced Assassin β American IPA | 6.1% ABV | β¬5.70
Single-hop with Citra: a pure American IPA, aromatic, fruity, and hop-forward without compromise. For those who want intensity and complexity in a single sip. Serve at 6β8Β°C in a tulip glass.
Hazy-Faced Assassin β Hazy IPA | 5.7% ABV | β¬5.90
The New England version of the Assassin family: hazy, opalescent, with a tropical and juicy profile. Gluten-free. Less bitter, more fruity β perfect for those approaching IPAs. Serve at 6β8Β°C in a tulip glass.
Which one to choose? The quick guide
| If youβre looking forβ¦ | Choose |
|---|---|
| Lightness and English tradition | Yorkshire's Best |
| Dark and enveloping beer | London Thunder Porter |
| Malt-hop balance | Yankee Pale Ale |
| Hop intensity | Baby-Faced Assassin |
| Fruity and tropical | Hazy-Faced Assassin |
Order Rooster's beers on Maltese
The entire Rooster's Brewing Co range is now available on Maltese with shipping to Italy. Carefully selected English craft beers, delivered to your home.
