Suffolk County

Timeless English Bitter

ABV	4.0%
Style	Smooth and Bitter

The beer that started it all. Our 4.0% Best Bitter is a chestnut-hued tribute to traditional craftsmanship, brewed right here at our Long Melford home. By utilizing the soft, mineral-rich water drawn from our private Stour Valley well, we’ve created a deep, biscuity profile that balances perfectly with the subtle spice of Fuggles and Challenger hops. Reliable, rich, and staying true to our 1986 origins, it remains the definitive taste of a proper, honest Suffolk bitter.

£2.70

Package Type 500ml Bottle 12x 500ml Bottles 4 Pint Takeout 9 Pint Mini 18 Pint Demi 36 Pint Poly

⚠️🍺 Fresh Beer is only available for Local Delivery or Store Collection.

❄️🧊 Be sure to keep it cool and consume within 5 days.

Aroma Biscuity, roasted.	Taste Biscuity malt, roasted notes, balanced bitter.	Hops Challenger & Fuggles

A LEGACY BORN IN 1986

Back in 1986, two friends set out to brew a beer they’d be proud to serve in any Suffolk bar. The result was Suffolk County, the foundation of everything we've built since. Nearly forty years later, we still brew it right here in Long Melford using pure water from our own Stour Valley well. It’s a literal connection to the landscape that birthed us, ensuring every drop carries the "Suffolk soul" that mass-produced bitters simply can't replicate.

THE AUTHENTIC ENGLISH BITTER

We don’t believe in reinventing what is already perfect. This chestnut-coloured bitter strikes the ultimate balance between malt sweetness and moreish bitterness. Layers of caramel, biscuit, and toasted grain meet the subtle spice of classic Challenger and Fuggles hops. It’s a beer that speaks softly but carries nearly four decades of history—a pint that feels both familiar and deeply satisfying, whether enjoyed at home or in your local pub.