A genuine classic. Over the
"A genuine classic. Over the years, I've enjoyed several of them."
Vintage ale 2026 is here!
All of our Vintage Ales are very special bottle conditioned beers. We’ve created a new recipe every year since 1997, picking the best ingredients at the time, to make a strong beer with a complex character.
Jester, Dolcita
Extra Dark Crystal
Vintage Ale 2026 features a blend of modern hop varieties. Jester from the Old World, delivering citrus & stone fruit notes. Dolcita from the New World giving influences of Peach, Berry & Orange.
We always state a best before date, the flavours will continue to develop for many more years. A natural sediment will form, so store upright and pour carefully.
Overall rating: 4.894118 / 5 from 340 reviews.
Fuller's Vintage Ale 2025 is celebrated for its smooth taste and excellent value, making it a standout strong ale worth savoring.
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"A genuine classic. Over the years, I've enjoyed several of them."
"ESB on steroids. Proper fruitcake."
"An excellent beer, as all your Vintage Ales are."
"Saving this one for a special occasion. I am sure it will be excellent!"
"A very full of flavour beer, rich taste, savour every mouthful!"
"Excellent ale but beware of its’ mighty kick !"
"Love the taste and complexity of this one"
"Cracking beer. No more than 1 a day!!"
"A little pricey but well worth the money, this is an ale with rich, complex flavours. My favourite of the premium beers."
"wasnt sure whether to drink it or collect it , i settled for drinking it , wow , amazing beer worthy of the special anniversary"