This London beer was just crowned the best in Britain for 2025
Briefly

Anspach & Hobday, a Bermondsey-based independent craft brewer, won Beer of the Year at the 2025 Top 50 UK Beer Awards with their nitro porter 'London Black'. This beer climbed to first place from fifth in 2024, noted for its sessionability and flavor quality. 'London Black' has become popular among drinkers and buyers, aided by the stout resurgence and Guinness popularity. Last year's winner, 'Steady Rolling Man' by Deya, ranked third this year, while Timothy Taylor's 'Landlord' secured the second spot. Paul Anspach celebrated the award as a testament to their brewing legacy.
Anspach & Hobday's 'London Black', a nitro porter, took first place in the Top 50 UK Beer Awards, praised for sessionability and amazing flavor.
The resurgence of stout and the popularity of Guinness have contributed to 'London Black's' success, making it a fan favorite among drinkers and brewers.
Paul Anspach expressed pride in the award, stating 'London Black is the lifeblood of Anspach & Hobday' and reaffirms porter as London's original beer.
Read at Time Out London
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