Tis But a Scratch was first brewed in collaboration with Cambridge CAMRA volunteers for the 2025 Cambridge Beer Festival, celebrating 50 years of Monty Python’s The Holy Grail.

What began as a one-off festival creation quickly captured the hearts (and pints) of festival-goers, going on to be crowned Beer of the Festival — a true testament to its rich character and easy-drinking charm.

This Old English Ale pours a deep, dark brown, revealing sweet, malty aromas and flavours reminiscent of toffee and soft caramel. With minimal hop presence, the malt takes centre stage, offering a smooth, rounded sweetness that lingers pleasantly on the palate. Comforting, classic, and full of warmth, Tis But a Scratch is best savoured slowly — a well-deserved winner born of collaboration and tradition.

Brewed at Buntingford Brewery and bottled by Xtreme Brewery, Peterborough.

Brown Ale 6.5% ABV.

Ingredients

Hops, Malt, Yeast, Vegetable Finings, Water

Allergens

Wheat, Gluten, Vegetable finings