Marston’s ‘first national pub chain’ to serve Clarkson’s lager

Marston's pubs serving Hawkstone Lager
Pints pouring: more than 100 Marston's pubs are serving Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Lager (Marston's)

Jeremy Clarkson’s Hawkstone Premium Lager is set to be available in more than 100 Marston’s pubs.

The television presenter first started producing Hawkstone Lager at Diddly Squat Farm on the second series of Clarkson’s Farm, using his own spring barley to brew the beer.

It has tones of citrus, malt and a subtle bitterness resulting in a bold flavour and smooth finish.

Hawkstone Lager is made with barley sourced directly from British farmers.

It aims to shine a light on the work British farmers do to keep the country running.

Marston’s pubs have been inviting local farmers to pour and enjoy the first pints of Hawkstone.

Farming community

Moreover, Marston’s and Hawkstone have also joined forces to give loyal fans who are signed up to the subscription service an exclusive 15% off pints in participating pubs until 31 December.

Clarkson said: Farming isn’t just ‘how’ Hawkstone is made, it’s ‘why’ it’s made. The more Hawkstone you drink, the more barley we buy from British farmers.

“That’s why we’re thrilled Marston’s is serving pints on draught in more than 100 pubs nationwide.

“So visit your local Marston’s pub and enjoy a pint of Hawkstone and help us celebrate the farming community this festive season.”

Marston’s director of operations Claire Robertson outlined how the company admired the beer brand.

Best experience

She added: “We’re so excited to now be pouring Hawkstone at more than 100 of our cosy pubs across the country.

“We really admire the work that Hawkstone is doing to champion our farming communities and are proud to be able to do our bit to support.

“We work hard to give our guests the best possible experience and serve the very best quality food and beverages, we’re delighted to be adding the award-winning lager to our taps.”

Earlier this year (August), the television presenter opened his country pub - the Farmer’s Dog near Burford, Oxfordshire.

Prior to this, a number of operators issued words of wisdom about taking on a hospitality venue.

A number of them urged him to ensure he had the right team around him to help the business run smoothly.