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Black Sheep Brewery strikes gold in SIBA competition

North Yorkshire’s The Black Sheep Brewery has scooped a top prize in the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) Regional Beer Competition.

The brewery took home gold in the ‘Standard Bitters’ class with its signature Black Sheep Best Bitter.

The Masham-produced 

Best Bitter, at 3.8% ABV, is brewed using only the finest quality ingredients, which includes Maris Otter malted barley, whole flower English hops and is fermented in the rare ‘Yorkshire Square’ fermenting system.

SIBA has become one of the most authoritative and respected bodies in the brewing industry since its formation in 1980.

Alan Dunn, head brewer at Black Sheep Brewery, said: “It is a fantastic achievement for Black Sheep as SIBA is one of the most respected associations in our industry.

“Best Bitter is brewed with the finest ingredients and is a 
perfectly balanced beer, and I am delighted it has been recognised as one of the best examples of its type. “

Jo Theakston, sales and marketing director at Black Sheep Brewery, said: “This award is a testament to the staff involved here at the brewery.”

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