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From: Mark Graham
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2026 11:09 PM
To: Mark Graham
Subject: Press Release: Hook Norton Brewery brings the sunshine (and free beer!) with the return of its legendary Haymaker Cask Ale.

Hi,

Please find below details of our upcoming seasonal cask ale, Haymaker - perfect for this typical great British summer weather 😊

Hook Norton Brewery brings the sunshine (and free beer!) with the return of its legendary Haymaker Cask Ale.

Whether the forecast promises hailstorms, rolling clouds or a touch of classic British drizzle, Hook Norton Brewery is guaranteeing one thing this summer: one sip of their Haymaker Ale and it’s sunshine dancing on your tongue.

On Thursday July 2nd, from 6pm, the brewery will be launching the beer with free samples across multiple Hooky pubs.

Where to make Hay
The centrepiece of the celebrations will take place at The Butchers Arms, Balscote, North Oxfordshire, where guests can enjoy a refreshing Haymaker. Adding to the occasion, North Oxfordshire CAMRA will be on hand to officially present the pub with its prestigious Pub of the Year Award.

Elsewhere, free samples will be available from 6pm at the following Hook Norton Brewery pubs:

The Butchers Arms, Kings Sutton, The Great Western Arms, Aynho, The Hare & Hounds, Wardington, The Star Inn, Sulgrave, The Bell, Adderbury, The Red Lion, Steeple Aston, The Castle, Oxford, The Elephant & Castle, Bloxham, The Coach & Horses, Shipston-on-Stour, Ye Olde Reine Deer Inn, Banbury, The Fox, Chipping Norton and The Pear Tree, Hook Norton

So whether you're chasing the sunshine, sheltering from a summer shower or simply looking for a great pint, put down your pitchfork, roll up your sleeves and gather round. With free samples, award-winning hospitality, great company and plenty of cheer, there's no better way to welcome the return of Haymaker.

Whatever the weather, let Haymaker bring a little sunshine to your glass this summer.

Haymaker 5%

A strong premium pale ale packed full of the quintessential British hop, Goldings, delivers a smooth ale with a delicate and light fruit taste.

See: Dark bronze

Smell: Fruity, hoppy

Taste: Rich, sweet, fruity

All the best,

Mark

Mark Graham
Marketing Manager
Hook Norton Brewery Co Ltd, Brewery Lane, Hook Norton, Oxfordshire, OX15 5NY

Tel: 01608 737210
Mobile: 07946 731161
Email: mark.graham@hooky.co.uk

Web: www.hooky.co.uk

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