THE Black Sheep Brewery has paid tribute to the sheep farming heritage of Masham, its home town, as part of its silver anniversary celebrations.
It has returned Shearer to pubs this June as part of its 2017 seasonal ale schedule – the first time it has been available to the pub trade since 2015.
Masham’s sheep farming heritage was a key factor in the naming of Black Sheep Brewery, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Up to 70,000 sheep are sold in the town each year which also hosts the popular Masham Sheep Fair.
At 4.1 per cent ABV, Shearer is described as a full-bodied and zesty sharp, straw-coloured ale, brewed with citra hops and a hint of lemongrass. It will feature a commemorative 25th anniversary pump clip while available in pubs.
Jo Theakston, sales and marketing director, said: "Masham is a very special place and means a great deal to everyone associated with Black Sheep, so it is fitting that we recognise the town’s prestige as part of our 25th anniversary celebrations."
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