Skip to main content

Swordfish

Rum infused amber ale. The spirit of adventure

Swordfish ale is a unique blend of Wadworth beer and Pusser’s Navy Rum with an ABV of 5%, perfect for those who like to enjoy something a little different.

BUY NOW
Available as:

cask

microcask

bottle

Brewer’s notes
Bitterness
Hops
Malts

Origially brewed to commemorate 100 years of Naval Aviation. 

This unique blend of Wadworth beer and Pusser’s Navy Rum (rationed to the Navy during WWII) offers a nose of gentle rum notes with a warm hoppy edge. This is a full-bodied ale, with a rich smoothness and caramel overtones from dark, unrefined sugar and a rounded hop finish.

BUY
NOW

Style

Rum infused amber ale

Aroma

Malty, fruity, rum

Flavour

Full dark sugar

Malts

Pale Ale, Crystal and Black Malted Barley

Hops

Fuggles and Goldings

Yeast

Wadworth House Strain 

Food Pairing

Texan beef chilli, braised red meat, creamy puddings (i.e. crème brûlée, toffee cheesecake, tiramisu) 

Allergen

Contains barley

Serves at

11 – 13°C

Experience the enticing depth of Swordfish ale, a remarkable fusion of Wadworth beer and Pusser’s Navy Rum, boasting an ABV of 5% for those seeking a distinct flavour profile. Originally brewed to mark the 100th year anniversary of the Fleet Air Arm, its soaring popularity has made it a year-round favourite.

Created in support of the Fleet Air Arm's milestone, this ale now stands as a testament to its widespread appeal. Every pint or bottle of Swordfish beer sold contributes 5p to Navy Wings, a charity dedicated to preserving naval aviation history and maintaining the Navy's iconic aircraft.

More than just a flavourful ale, Swordfish has a subtle rum essence and incorporates dark, unrefined sugar, lending it a luxurious smoothness. With its deep copper hue, derived from a blend of crystal malt and delicate Fuggles and Goldings hops, this full-bodied ale not only delights the palate but also supports a noble cause.

Did you know?

  • This beer was brewed to commemorate 100 years of Naval aviation and is a unique blend of Wadworth beer and Pusser’s Navy Rum (rationed to the Navy during WWII).
  • It was originally named Spearfish.
  • We donate 5p a pint or per bottle to the Navy Wings charity.