Norfolk Brewed, Norfolk Beer & Cider

Beer and cider made in Norfolk

Norfolk has a long association with brewing, malting and agriculture – and today the county is home to an increasingly diverse collection of independent breweries producing everything from traditional bitters to modern IPAs, pale ales, lagers and stouts.

Alongside them are Norfolk's cider makers, turning apples into still and sparkling ciders with styles ranging from dry and traditional to lighter, fruitier expressions.

At The Norfolk Deli, our alcoholic drinks have one simple rule: if it's not made in Norfolk, we don't sell it.

That means you can explore beers and ciders from producers across the county, compare different breweries and styles and put bottles and cans from several Norfolk makers into a single order.

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What kind of Norfolk beer are you looking for?

Whether you know exactly what you like or you're simply interested in discovering what Norfolk's breweries are making, start with the style.

LAGER

Clean, crisp and refreshing doesn't have to mean mass-produced. Norfolk's independent breweries are producing lagers with plenty of character while retaining the refreshing qualities that make the style so popular.

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PALE ALE

From light, citrus-led beers to aromatic, dry-hopped modern pales, Norfolk Pale Ale is a particularly diverse category – usually approachable, refreshing and full of flavour.

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IPA

For those looking for more hop character. Norfolk's IPAs range from crisp, bitter and citrus-led beers to softer, fruitier and more contemporary interpretations of the style.

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ALE

Bitters, golden ales, amber ales and other traditional and contemporary styles sit here – beers where malt, hops and balance are every bit as important as simply chasing intensity.

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STOUT & PORTER

Dark beer doesn't necessarily mean heavy beer. Discover Norfolk stouts and porters with flavours that can range from roasted malt, coffee and dark chocolate to caramel, fruit and warming spice.

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Why Norfolk for beer?

Norfolk is one of Britain's great agricultural counties, and malting barley is an important part of that story.

The county has a particularly strong association with barley grown for malting, including the celebrated Maris Otter variety, which has been grown in Norfolk for generations and is prized by brewers for the character of the malt it produces.

That creates an interesting connection between Norfolk's fields, its maltsters and its breweries.

Not every ingredient in every Norfolk beer comes from Norfolk – hops, for example, can come from Britain and around the world – but brewing here takes place in a county with a genuine connection to one of beer's most important raw materials.

And today's Norfolk brewing scene combines that agricultural heritage with something much more contemporary.

Traditional bitters and ales now sit alongside hazy pale ales, heavily hopped IPAs, craft lagers, imperial stouts and all sorts of beers that previous generations of Norfolk brewers might find rather surprising.

That's part of what makes it interesting.

Meet Norfolk's Breweries

One of the pleasures of Norfolk beer is that there isn't a single definition of what it should be.

Different breweries have different ideas about ingredients, styles and what they want their beer to taste like.

At The Norfolk Deli we bring beers from independent Norfolk breweries together in one place, allowing you to discover something new alongside breweries you may already know.

An independent Norfolk brewery combining modern brewing with a broad range of styles, from approachable pale ales and lagers to hop-forward and darker beers.

A North Norfolk brewery producing beers ranging from traditional bitters and golden ales to contemporary styles, with a strong connection to the surrounding farming landscape

Based at West Acre in West Norfolk, Duration produces modern beers across a broad range of styles, from easy-drinking lagers and pale ales to IPAs, darker beers and seasonal releases.

Part of Norfolk's evolving independent brewing scene, producing small-batch beer with a distinctly contemporary approach.

A West Norfolk brewery adding another genuinely local voice to the county's independent beer scene

Based at Wells-next-the-Sea, Whin Hill has become one of North Norfolk's best-known cider makers, producing cider from apples grown in its own orchards and offering both still and sparkling styles.

Based at Branthill Farm near Wells-next-the-Sea on the North Norfolk coast, Malt Coast is a farm brewery where the brewery is part of the family farm, where malting barley has been grown for generations, bringing together Norfolk-grown grain and beer brewed on the farm.

Based at Hindringham in North Norfolk, Moon Gazer has a particularly close relationship with Norfolk's agricultural landscape, producing beers that include traditional ales alongside contemporary styles and making extensive use of Norfolk-grown malting barley.

An independent Norfolk brewery creating characterful small-batch beers across a variety of styles, including pale ales, IPAs and lager.

Not sure which Norfolk beer to choose?

If you usually drink lager, that's an obvious place to begin – but try one from an independent Norfolk brewery and see how it compares with the familiar national brands.

If you enjoy something light, refreshing and aromatic, explore Norfolk Pale Ale.

Want more obvious hop flavour and aroma? Head towards IPA.

Prefer a more traditional pint where malt and hops are balanced? Norfolk Ale is probably the place to start.

And if you enjoy coffee, chocolate, roasted malt and richer flavours, explore Stout & Porter.

Or forget beer entirely and try a Norfolk cider.

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One county. Several breweries. One order.

Buying directly from a brewery is a great way to support an individual Norfolk producer.

Shopping with us allows you to do something slightly different.

You can put a lager from one Norfolk brewery, an IPA from another, a stout from a third and a bottle of Norfolk cider into the same basket – then add Norfolk cheese, charcuterie, chutney and hundreds of other products made around the county.

It's our Norfolk farmers' market approach to beer and cider: lots of independent Norfolk producers, brought together in one place.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Norfolk beers and ciders unique?

Norfolk is home to some of the finest barley-growing land in the world, giving local beers exceptional clarity, smoothness and balance.

Ciders benefit from the county’s rich orchard heritage — crisp apples, traditional pressing methods and modern craft innovation.

The result? Beers and ciders that are distinctly Norfolk: clean, flavourful, refreshing and full of local character

Which breweries and cider makers in Norfolk are the most popular?

Some of the county’s favourites include:

Breweries

Duration Brewing (West Acre)
Norfolk Brewhouse / Moon Gazer (Hindringham)
Woodforde’s Brewery (Woodbastwick)
Lacons Brewery (Great Yarmouth)
Redwell Brewery (Norwich)
Poppyland Brewery (Cromer)
Wolf Brewery

Cider Makers

Whin Hill Cider (Wells-next-the-Sea)
Three Orchards (North Norfolk)
Eastern Edge / local farmhouse cider producers

At The Norfolk Deli, we curate only the best examples from across the region.

Do Norfolk breweries and cider makers use local ingredients?

Yes. Most Norfolk beers are made with locally grown barley, considered some of the finest malting barley in Europe.

Norfolk ciders often use handpicked apples from regional orchards, creating authentic flavours with true local identity.

Are Norfolk beers and ciders craft or traditional?

Norfolk offers both:

Traditional ales (Woodforde’s, Lacons)
Modern craft beers (Duration, Poppyland, Redwell)
Traditional farmhouse ciders (Whin Hill)
Modern, bright fruit ciders made with contemporary techniques

Our range brings together the finest examples of each style

Which Norfolk beer or cider should I try first?

For beer lovers:

Crisp lager: Duration Good Times
Hazy pale ale: Duration Turtles All The Way Down
IPA Cheeky Jack (Moongazer)
Bitter Old Bustard (Bitter) - Barsham
Coastal crisp: Sweeping Coast

For cider drinkers:

Traditional still cider: Whin Hill Still Cider

Sparkling Norfolk cider: Whin Hill Medium Sparkling

Can I add Norfolk beers and ciders to a gift hamper?

Absolutely. Norfolk beers and ciders are some of our most popular additions to:

Norfolk Hampers
Create Your Own Hampers
Corporate gifts
Birthday and Christmas hampers

They pair beautifully with local cheeses, charcuterie and snacks.

Do you sell mixed cases of Norfolk beers or ciders?

Yes. We offer:

Mixed Norfolk beer selections
Seasonal beer and cider bundles
Custom mixed cases (choose your own)

Perfect for gifting or exploring new flavours

Do you deliver Norfolk beers and ciders nationwide?

Yes — we deliver across the UK. All bottles and cans are securely packaged to arrive in perfect condition.

You can also use our Click & Collect service from the shop in Hunstanton.

What foods pair well with Norfolk beers and ciders?

Beer pairings:

Norfolk cheeses (St Jude, Wells Alpine, Binham Blue)
Fish & chips
Burgers and BBQ
Spicy foods and Asian dishes
Charcuterie & deli boards

Cider pairings:

Pork dishes (classic pairing)
Cheddar-style cheeses such as Walsingham
Ploughman’s lunches
Seafood and coastal dishes
Light desserts such as apple tart

Are Norfolk breweries and cider makers sustainable?

Many follow eco-conscious practices such as:

Using local ingredients
Low-waste brewing methods
Solar and water efficiency
Reusing or recycling apple pulp (pomace)
Supporting local biodiversity

Duration Brewing, Moon Gazer and Whin Hill are well known for sustainable approaches.

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