Beer · Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England

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Britain's best-selling premium ale — named after a rusting old car, beloved by generations.

What makes Morland Old Speckled Hen distinctive?

Old Speckled Hen was created in 1979 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the MG car factory in Abingdon — named after an old MG car that workers nicknamed the 'owled speckled 'en'. A copper-coloured, malty English ale with toffee, caramel, nuts, and gentle hop bitterness, it became one of Britain's most recognisable and consistently drunk ales. Available at every major UK supermarket and pub.

UK price: ~£2.50 per bottle Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England ToffeeCaramelNuttyGentle bitternessCopper malt

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For other classic British premium ales in this malty, approachable style, Fuller's London Pride and Black Sheep Ale are the natural comparisons. For something hoppier, Timothy Taylor's Landlord is the celebrated Yorkshire alternative.

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What makes Morland Old Speckled Hen distinctive?

Old Speckled Hen was created in 1979 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the MG car factory in Abingdon — named after an old MG car that workers nicknamed the 'owled speckled 'en'. A copper-coloured, malty English ale with toffee, caramel, nuts, and gentle hop bitterness, it became one of Britain's most recognisable and consistently drunk ales. Available at every major UK supermarket and pub.

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