A silky-smooth premium ale, Horndean Special Bitter was originally the flagship beer of Gales Brewery in Hampshire. First launched in 1959, it's still brewed with the same passion and pride today – and the age-old recipe continues to go down a storm
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Overall rating: 4.791375 / 5 from 858 reviews.
Gale's HSB 500ml Bottle is a premium ale praised for its great taste, smooth finish, and deep amber color. Customers enjoy its balanced bitterness and recommend it for various occasions. However, opinions vary on delivery and the bottle itself.
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"HSB was always a favourite of mine when it was brewed by Gales and I was sad to see it dissappear locally. Fuller's have made a fine job with this bottled version, and it has now become my all time favourite, even my wife likes it, and she doesn't even like ale!"
"Thirty years ago, I used to go to music events with friends in south hampshire and the pubs would often have the original of this beer and it was rich, full , fruity and great. It reminded me of the earlier version of Abbott Ale. I even knew a Fiddle & Guitar + vocal folk duo who called themselves the HSB Boys, even on the side of their vehicle. They were ticked off the brewery who sent them a stern letter and didn't like it."
"HSB is one of the best beers available (in my opinion). Textwith the warm weather, I’ve kept a couple in the fridge which I take out a little while before I drink them, so they are not cold but just below normal room temperature… surprisingly refreshing and more-ish!"
"I just received my order for Gale’s HSB. A refreshing beer for the hot Summer, relatively light alcohol wise compared to others in the Fuller’s portfolio, but a very distintictive taste."
"Very enjoyable - and takes me back to my college days in Hampshire in the 1970’s when Gales ales could be found in numerous pubs. A very popular tipple."
"Great taste bringing back memories from yesterday. A worthy addition to the Fullers family."
"I'm a big fan of ESB but a close second in Fuller's premium bitter range is this smooth yet fruity Ale originally brewed by Gales of Horndean."
"A great full bodied bitter beer with a little sweetness. An alternative option to ESB another great beer."
"This is one of the best beers I have had in a long while. It's a dark traditional English bitter with a fabulous rich taste. Worth every penny."
"Very nice amber beer, has been one of my favourites on tap so will be sure to order more in the future"
