It all started back in 1999 for Black Country Ales behind The Old Bull’s Head pub in Dudley. What the estate agent had called ‘a two storey outhouse’ was actually 3 magnificent wooden fermenting vessels and other brewing equipment. There had never been a plan to brew beer, but this looked too good an opportunity to miss!
Fast forward 25 years and led by Head Brewer Matt the team have recently broken through the 1 million pints brewed a year marker. Skilfully blending the old and the new (some of the equipment dates back to 1834) the choice of beers has increased and now boasts 7 in the core range.
There is a Black Country Ales beer for every occasion from the well bodied Fireside Bitter and Plum Pig in the winter to a Chain Ale or Jubilee IPA once the nights get longer and the sun comes out.
The cask beers are exclusive to the company’s 53 public houses, each carefully selected and lovingly restored to reflect the character and charm of the Black Country. These pubs showcase the quality and consistency of our ales, creating a loyal following of real ale enthusiasts who appreciate the heritage and craftsmanship behind every pint
The beers have only recently become available in bottles meaning that customers can enjoy them outside the heartland of the Black Country and West Midlands.
We’ve chosen to feature the Jubilee IPA to kick off 2025 and to celebrate 25 years of Black Country Brewing.
