Thoroughbred IPA | 5L Mini Keg

Gorgeously Hoppy Pale Ale
5.0%
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Our mini kegs contain around 8 pints (5 litres) of beer. Due to their compact size they are small enough to fit in the fridge and easily portable to take to parties.

Thoroughbred IPA is an Anglo American mashup, blending the freshest US grown Yakima Valley hops with the best Maris Otter malt the UK can offer. Our head brewer’s favourite.

  • Gluten Free
  • Vegan
  • To enjoy the beer in the best condition use within 3-4 days once opened and close the vent at the top between sessions
  • Store in a cool dry place and away from direct sunlight or heat sources
  • Best served at fridge temperature
  • Best before end date is printed on base
  • Climate neutral packaging and can be recycled in your household recycling
  • Not compatible with Heineken Blade or Phillips Perfect Draft dispensers
  • Instructions on how to use are printed on the top of the mini keg

How to use:

  • Vent the mini keg by slowly lifting the red tab and twist until you hear a release pressure. If any beer comes out close it a little to control the release of gas
  • Once the vent stops hissing pull out the tap at the base of the keg fully
  • Turn the tap left to pour
  • Turn the tap right to close
  • Close the vent at the top between sessions

Maris Otter Pale Malted Barley, Crystal Malted Barley, Munich Malted Barley, Citra Hops, Centennial Hops, Cascade Hops.

FREE delivery on all orders over £60 (to most UK Mainland areas) or save 10% on orders collected from the brewery .

Collection orders placed before 3PM will be ready for collection after 10AM the next working day, excluding weekends and bank holidays. To ensure your beer is ready for the weekend, place your order by 3 PM on Thursday to collect after 10 AM on Friday. All orders placed after 3PM Thursday will be ready to collect after 10AM Monday (unless it’s a bank holiday). During sale periods or especially busy times, like the lead-up to Christmas, order processing may take a bit longer due to high demand. We appreciate your patience and will keep you updated on your collection time.

Standard delivery is £7.00
Priority delivery is £12.00

Deliveries will not be made on weekends or bank holidays.

Delivery charges are higher in some areas. Please see below:

England & Wales
FREE delivery over £60
£7.00 standard delivery under £60 [3-5 business days]
£12.00 priority delivery [1-2 business days]

Scottish Mainland
FREE delivery over £60
£8.00 standard delivery under £60 [3-5 business days]

Scottish Highlands
£7.50 standard delivery over £60 [5-7 business days]
£14.50 standard delivery under £60 [5-7 business days]
Our courier now classes the following postcodes as Scottish Offshore: AB37-AB38, AB43, AB44-AB45, AB55-AB56, IV21-IV22, 1V26-IV28, KW1-3, KW5-KW14, IV40-IV49, IV51-IV53, IV54.

Scottish Offshore
£17.00 standard delivery over £60 [5-7 business days]
£24.00 standard delivery under £60 [5-7 business days]

For more information, please visit our Delivery & Returns help page.

Customer Reviews

Denis McKeown
Rating: 5/5
Driving up from York on an early autumn morning, country roads just colouring to the fallen leaves, getting a glimpse of the White Horse on the Hambleton Hills, and soon pulling into Nick Stafford's brewery at Melmerby. Collecting a month's supply of 16 bottles of Thoroughbred IPA (it was I'm afraid gone long before that), Rachel bringing my order out to the car. Isn't this much better than clicking on your Sainsburys order?
Tue Nov 04 2025 12:36:18 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Chris Gillman
Rating: 4/5
Thoroughbred IPA | 500ml 16 Pack
Sun Jul 06 2025 10:31:41 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Michael Christian
Rating: 5/5
Pedigree beer
Excellent beer, apt name it being a first class product!
Mon Nov 04 2024 09:46:41 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Alan Richings
Rating: 5/5
Top beer as usual
First time I’ve collected an order as I live in Manchester but visiting friends. I met a really nice lady at reception had a lovely chat what a lovely person and really knowledgeable thank you !!
Tue Sep 17 2024 19:44:25 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Stephen Andrews
Rating: 5/5
Just the best ale
See above!!
Fri May 24 2024 21:16:41 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
kevin
Rating: 5/5
Thoroughbred Beer
I have struggled to get your run of the mill proper tasting beer that is gluten-free. I was bought this at Christmas in a keg, and can absolutely say it’s a great beer, not one of those fruity beers that just are not a beer to me. I also have a keg of stallion Amber. If Thoroughbred is anything to go by, I will be using Hambleton brewery again. Try thoroughbred you won’t be disappointed.
Thu Dec 28 2023 13:59:26 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Huddleston Lee
Rating: 5/5
A true thoroughbred IPA
One of the best hoppy IPAs , and it’s Gluten free! A real treat . Thanks
Tue Dec 19 2023 10:57:18 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Peter Heath
Rating: 5/5
Star of the show
Of the various beers I love from Hambleton Brewery - this is my favourite. It will always be part of my order.
Wed Sep 20 2023 19:52:17 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Jill Phillips
Rating: 5/5
A GF beer with a kick
Another wonderful beer from Hambleton Brewery very refreshing and perfect for these summer days!
Thu Jul 20 2023 08:03:30 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Caroline Gillman
Rating: 4/5
REFRESHING
A nice gluten free beer but a little too citrusy for me but still good.
Wed Apr 26 2023 08:56:23 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Shaun Anthony Reddington
Rating: 5/5
Outstanding
One of my favourite beers. Fresh, crisp and a great balance of hops. Never disappoints.
Wed Apr 12 2023 19:03:20 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Tim Cole
Rating: 5/5
Ale delight!
I love the hoppy notes and all round Thoroughbred drinking pleasure of this IPA. That is GF as well allows me to drink and share this with non-GF friends without a moments hesitation. Unless they read the lable, they would not know. Brilliant brewing.
Tue Feb 14 2023 22:15:57 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Ian Spicer
Rating: 4/5
Light and refreshing
I normally enjoy a darker bitter but tried this beer for the Xmas period. Proved to be fruity, tasty and was enjoyed by all. Will have it again and also try the porter
Tue Jan 03 2023 20:12:37 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Richard Buxton
Rating: 3/5
Hoppy beer for those that like a stronger tasting ale
Bit too hoppy for me. Good to try, but my personal preference is for beers less hoppy than this one.
Mon Sep 26 2022 08:57:16 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Ian Hunter
Rating: 5/5
Hoppy hoppy
Terrific brew. I'll be ordering more
Sat Jul 23 2022 19:50:27 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
GH
Rating: 5/5
Love this beer
Wed Dec 29 2021 08:46:55 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)