Spitfire first flew into pubs in 1990 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
Over three decades later, Spitfire Lager and Spitfire Amber Kentish Ale remain fan favourites across the UK.
Brewed in Faversham
since 1698
Surrounded by the hop gardens of Kent, Shepherd Neame’s Faversham Brewery has been crafting exceptional beer for centuries.
Drawing on time-honoured brewing traditions and a spirit of innovation, our brewers combine classic recipes and bold new ideas to create a distinctive range of beers – from revered heritage favourites to exciting modern brews.
Our beers and ciders
Spitfire Amber Ale
First brewed to mark the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, this amber ale is a true taste of Kent.
Spitfire Lager
Spitfire Lager represents the very best in British lager: a cool, refreshing and thirst-quenching beer.
First Drop Session IPA
Our delicious First Drop Session IPA combines four UK and US hops to offer lively citrus flavours and aromas.
Whitstable Bay Pale Ale
This Pale Ale is designed to suit all palates offering a light, refreshing taste in a thirst-quenching ale.
Whitstable Bay Lager
A contemporary lager featuring an intricate taste profile, distinguished by its unique hop character.
Master Brew
Brewed using only the finest Kentish barley and hops, Master Brew is a love letter to our Kentish heartland.
Bishops Finger
Named for signs pointing the way for pilgrims, this rich, ruby-coloured ale is a classic taste of Britain.
Double Stout
Based on a classic stout recipe rediscovered in a coded brewers' log from the Faversham brewery archives.
India Pale Ale
A modern India Pale Ale boasting the strength, body and strong hop character of its 18th century traditions.
Christmas Ale
Full-bodied and warming with a hoppy palate, Christmas Ale is the perfect tipple for the festive season.
1698 Bottle Conditioned Ale
Thrice-hopped and bottle conditioned, 1698 is the connoisseur's choice, a true Kentish beer to be savoured.
Iron Wharf
A dark, ruby-red nitro stout inspired by the craftspeople of Faversham Creek: built bold and brewed true.
Hürlimann
Hürlimann is brewed to its original recipe, keeping faith with the lager's delicious continental heritage.
Angry Orchard
The bright, crisp and refreshing flavour of Angry Orchard cider is just like biting into a fresh apple.
Orchard View
Created in partnership with Sheppy's, Orchard View represents the best in British brewing and cider making.
Five Grain Lager
Five Grain Lager combines barley, rye, wheat, maize and rice to create a refreshing, balanced craft beer.
Bear Island East Coast Pale Ale
This East Coast Pale combines imported and homegrown hops to create a fusion of British and US flavours.
Bear Island Triple Hopped Lager
Bear Island Triple Hopped Lager is a full-flavoured salute to a forgotten spirit of mystery and adventure.
Bear Island Noughty Bear 0.5% IPA
If you’re feeling a little Noughty, try a low alcohol IPA that doesn't compromise on taste or quality.
Singha
Born in Bangkok, brewed for the world. Singha is the original Thai beer and the iconic taste of Thailand.
Creekside Juicy IPA
A small-batch IPA with hints of tropical fruits, orange and peaches, inspired by the iconic Faversham Creek.
Late Red
Autumn is awakening, which can mean only one thing: a Shepherd Neame fan-favourite, Late Red, is brewing.
Saison
A hazy pale ale brewed in the traditional farmhouse ale style using Lallemand's Belle Saison yeast strain.
Table Beer
This pale golden ale pours with a full body that belies its 2.7% ABV - a deceptively sessionable delight.
XPA
With citrus and tropical notes, this hazy golden XPA delivers a complex, juicy, and refreshing flavour.
Gluten Free Pilsner
Gluten free with a brilliant, bright gold look and a refined, floral aroma, this pilsner is not to be missed.
Fresh Drop
A refreshing lager bursting with the vibrant aroma and flavour of juicy raspberries and mellow apricot.
Spitfire
First Drop
First Drop combines four UK and US hops to offer lively citrus flavours and aromas.
Passionately crafted by our team of brewers, discover drop after refreshing drop with this delicious Session IPA.
Whitstable Bay
This contemporary collection of beers takes its name from the popular coastal town of Whitstable, situated just a short distance from the brewery.
Bear Island
Join us in saluting the pioneering spirit of mystery and adventure at the heart of our Bear Island range of beers. Celebrating our great trading past, we've combined native British hops with US hop varieties to create award-winning fusions like our East Coast Pale Ale, a full-flavoured Triple Hopped lager, and a delicious low-alcohol Noughty Bear IPA.
Master Brew
Brewed using only the finest Kentish barley and hops, Master Brew is Shepherd Neame's flagship beer in the brewery's Kentish heartland.
Hand-crafted by the Faversham brewery's talented team of experienced brewers, it's a wonderfully well-balanced traditional ale.
Bishops Finger
First brewed in 1958, Bishops Finger was the first strong ale created by Shepherd Neame after 20 years of malt rationing came to an end.
The beer was named after an ancient Kentish signpost found on the Pilgrim’s Way pointing to Canterbury and the shrine of Thomas à Becket in the city’s world-famous Cathedral.
A rich and fruity ruby ale, it has won numerous awards, including World’s Best Bitter in the 2024 World Beer Awards, and also holds EU Protected Geographical Indication, recognising its unique provenance as a Kentish Strong Ale. Uniquely, it is brewed to a charter which states it can only be brewed by the head brewer on a Friday and must use 100% natural ingredients - Kentish hops and barley - and the brewery's own artesian mineral water.
Iron Wharf
Iron Wharf combines UK-sourced ale and brown malts with a sprinkling of roasted barley to deliver hints of roasted and chocolate flavours. This dark, ruby-red-tinted nitro stout delivers a well-balanced, silky-smooth finish, showcasing the expertise of the award-winning team at Britain’s oldest brewer.
Our Classic collection
India Pale Ale
A modern India Pale Ale boasting the strength, body and strong hop character of its 18th century traditions.
1698 Bottle Conditioned Ale
Thrice-hopped and bottle conditioned, 1698 is the connoisseur's choice, a true Kentish beer to be savoured.
Double Stout
Based on a classic stout recipe rediscovered in a coded brewers' log from the Faversham brewery archives.
Bishops Finger
Named for signs pointing the way for pilgrims, this rich, ruby-coloured ale is a classic taste of Britain.
Christmas Ale
Full-bodied and warming with a hoppy palate, Christmas Ale is the perfect tipple for the festive season.
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