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Sussex Best

A superbly balanced bitter with prominent hop character.

Using a blend of four local hops, water filtered through the Sussex Downs over 30 years, and Harvey's unique 60 year old yeast strain, Harvey's Best Bitter is the embodiment of Sussex.

ALC 4.0% VOL
Available All Year 
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HOP, MALT, CARAMEL
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BITTER, MALT, BITTER SWEET BALANCE
Bitter
Sweet

AWARDS

IBC 2023: Gold | IBC 2021: Silver | WBA 2021: Bronze | WBA 2019: Silver | IBC 2019: Bronze | Winner of the Champion Best Bitter of Britain title at CAMRA’s Great British Beers Festival in 2005 and 2006 | More Awards...

ABOUT

Finest Maris Otter malted barley is supplemented with a dash of Crystal malt for balance. Our hops are a blend of four different local varieties, to give a distinctive hoppy finish.

ORIGIN

Brewed since the 1950s the brew has evolved over decades, satisfying the expectations of the people of Sussex and its adjoining counties.

IN THE SHOP

Sussex Best Bitter is available throughout the year in our Brewery Shop in 500ml bottles, low alcohol 500ml bottles, 330ml can, 5l mini-keg, 36 Pint Polypin and 9g Cask (Collection Only)
SUSSEX BEST BITTER MINI-KEG
SUSSEX BEST BITTER
Low Alcohol Sussex Best Bitter

Food Pairing

Sussex Best Bitter with Beef Massaman

This iconic best bitter is doughy and caramelly, with top notes of banana and floral spice. Such a  gorgeous combination makes it perfect with richer foods that have an element of sweetness – beef massaman would be ideal, with the hoppy bitterness cutting through the sauce. 

It would also be delicious with Moroccan tagines, acting almost as an extension to the aromatic stew. If you’re looking for something a little less far-flung, Sussex best is also great friends with soft, mild cheeses (Yarlington would be my pick) and harder mature ones (maybe Sparkenhoe Red Leicester), especially if you serve them with a bit of sweet chutney.

Jonny Garrett: Beer writer and broadcaster

Jonny Garrett: Beer writer and broadcaster

FIND HARVEY'S BEERS NEAR YOU

Our 45 pubs are spread over South East England, with three establishments in London (in Borough, Clapham, and Wandsworth).

You can, of course, find a pint of Harvey's in many other pubs and venues in the area.

Harvey's pub finder is populated with Harvey's pubs and verified stockists. We recommend contacting establishments directly prior to visiting to make sure your favourite beer is ready and available.

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