Jennings Sneck Lifter

Jennings Brewery needs no introduction - see June 27 if you need information.

The name 'Sneck Lifter' has an interesting origin. For those not coming from the north of England, a sneck is an old fashioned door latch. More precisely, it is the lever device that goes through the door to lift the latch so that you can open the door. A sneck lifter was traditionally a man's last sixpence with which he would lift the latch of the pub door and buy himself a pint, hoping to meet friends there who might treat him to one or two more.

Sneck Lifter is a strong dark brown ale with a complex balance of fruit, malt and roast flavours through to the finish. Its ABV is 5.1% and it is not bottle-conditioned.

The label reveals only that it contains Barley Malt and Wheat. However, we do know that Jennings uses pure Lakeland water, drawn from the brewery's own well , along with Maris Otter barley malt and Fuggles and Goldings hops.