Our Beers

Tintagel Brewery is a multi-award winning brewery established in 2009. We brew a range of quality Cornish ales using power from the brewery’s own wind turbine and fresh water from our spring. We use our own wet yeast, a range of English malts and a variety of delicious hops to give each beer it's unique but signature flavour. Read on for more about what makes Tintagel Brewery special and our legendary links.

Pale Ales & IPAs

Pale ales are known for their bright, balanced character, offering gentle malt sweetness supported by a crisp, refreshing hop profile. At Tintagel Brewery, this style showcases our commitment to traditional brewing methods, using quality ingredients to create beers that are approachable yet full of flavour. Pale ales are ideal for those who enjoy a smooth, well-rounded pint with subtle citrus or floral notes.

India Pale Ales (IPAs) build on this foundation with bolder hop aromas and a more pronounced bitterness, perfect for drinkers seeking a vibrant and expressive beer. Our IPAs highlight modern hop varieties while staying true to the rugged spirit of Cornwall, delivering layers of fruity, resinous character with a clean finish. Whether enjoyed by the coast or beside a warm fire, these beers celebrate both innovation and heritage.

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Uther Pendragon 4.5%
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Uther Pendragon 4.5%

Pendragon is a name that runs deep in Arthurian lore — the dynastic title of kings, warriors, and dragon-hearted rulers. Most famously held by Uther Pendragon, Arthur’s father, the name means “chief dragon” or “head of the dragon” in ancient Welsh, symbolising strength, sovereignty, and fire.

Our Pendragon IPA is brewed in honour of that legendary bloodline — a traditional IPA with plenty of hop character and a thirst-quenching bitterness. Pale malts meet a trio of hops, rounded bitterness and a smooth finish, creating a beer fit for leaders, legends, and lovers of the land.

Sir Lancelot 4.2%
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Sir Lancelot 4.2%

Brewed in the land of Arthurian myth, Sir Lancelot is our tribute to one of the greatest knights of the Round Table. A symbol of courage, loyalty, and flawed humanity, Lancelot du Lac (Lancelot of the Lake) is a towering figure in medieval romance — both noble warrior and tragic lover.

Raised by the mystical Lady of the Lake and first appearing in 12th-century French romances by Chrétien de Troyes, Lancelot became King Arthur’s most loyal knight. He was unmatched in battle, yet his forbidden love for Queen Guinevere would ultimately fracture Camelot and usher in its downfall — making his story one of heroism, heartbreak, and lasting legacy.

This English Pale Ale reflects that complexity: bold yet balanced, smooth but with a touch of sharpness. Sir Lancelot pours a rich amber, with toasty malts and bright, floral hops, finishing crisp and clean — a beer of great character, fit for a knight.

Castle Gold 4.2%
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Castle Gold 4.2%

For the lovers of light, golden ales that still carry depth and character.

Castle Gold is our golden-session beer — crisp, bright, and built for moments of ease and refreshment. It’s brewed with the same Cornish care and authenticity found in everything we do at Tintagel. Award-winning and full of flavour, Castle Gold delivers a light malt base with a fresh citrus zest and subtle hop nose that leaves a clean, enjoyable finish.

🏆 Awarded Taste of the West Gold 2025 — recognised for excellence and flavour. 

Traditional Ales

Traditional ales are at the heart of what we do at Tintagel Brewery. These beers celebrate time-honoured brewing techniques, focusing on rich malt character, gentle hop bitterness and a smooth, satisfying finish. We take pride in using carefully selected British malts and classic hop varieties to create ales that feel comforting, familiar and deeply rooted in our brewing heritage.

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Harbour Special 4.8%
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Harbour Special 4.8%

Crafted for sailors, smugglers, and sea dogs alike.

Harbour Special is our tribute to Cornwall’s working harbours — places where tide and trade, wind and weather have shaped lives for centuries. From the cobbled quays of Boscastle to the sheltered moorings of Port Isaac, these harbours hold stories of fishermen, shipwrights, and the occasional rogue with a barrel of something “unofficial.”

This smooth and sessionable amber ale brings the character of the coast to your glass. With a rich malt base, gentle bitterness, and a hint of caramel and fruit, Harbour Special is as dependable and rewarding as a safe return to port.

🏆 Awarded Taste of the West Gold 2025

A beer of real distinction — recognised for quality and craftsmanship.

King Arthur's Ale 4.4%
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King Arthur's Ale 4.4%

Raise a glass to the Once and Future King…

Whether you believe Arthur was myth, man, or something in between, his story has echoed through Cornwall’s cliffs for well over a thousand years. 

According to centuries-old tales, King Arthur was conceived at Tintagel Castle through the wizardry of Merlin and the ambition of Uther Pendragon. Destined to lead Britain through a golden age of chivalry and justice, Arthur became the central figure in one of the most powerful myth cycles in the Western world — uniting knights, kingdoms, and dreamers under the banner of Camelot.

King Arthur’s Ale is crafted in honour of this enduring legacy. A traditional Cornish bitter, this ale is light amber in colour, with a well-rounded malt body, gentle hop bitterness, and a smooth, satisfying finish. It’s a beer made for fireside tales, hearty toasts, and long reflections on bravery, loyalty, and legend.

Cornwall's Pride 4.0%
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Cornwall's Pride 4.0%

Rooted in Cornwall. Brewed with pride.

Cornwall’s Pride is our heartfelt tribute to the land we call home — a place of granite cliffs, wild seas, ancient stories, and enduring spirit. From the tin mines to the coast path, the fishing harbours to the moorlands, Cornwall is a place that’s fiercely independent, wildly beautiful, and impossible to forget.

This classic bitter is crafted with Cornish pride at its core: smooth, amber-hued, and beautifully balanced. Brewed with traditional malts and a blend of British hops, Cornwall’s Pride delivers a full-flavoured yet easy-drinking pint that locals and visitors alike return to time and again.

Merlin’s Muddle 5.2%
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Merlin’s Muddle 5.2%

Brewed just up the hill from the legendary birthplace of King Arthur, Merlin’s Muddle is an amber ale steeped in the magic of Cornwall’s wild north coast.

This beer takes its name from Merlin, the enigmatic wizard of Arthurian legend — a figure rooted in Celtic folklore and medieval romance. First appearing in early Welsh poetry as Myrddin, a prophetic madman of the woods, Merlin evolved through centuries of storytelling into the wise advisor to King Arthur.

It’s this rich tangle of legend, landscape, and lore that inspired the name Merlin’s Muddle — a nod to the magic, mystery, and occasional chaos of Cornwall’s most famous mythmaker. Merlin’s is a dark amber ale with notes of citrus and caramel, and a refreshing bitterness.

Stouts & Dark Ales

Our stouts and dark ales draw on centuries of brewing tradition, bringing together roasted malts, rich depths of flavour and the unmistakable character that defines these enduring styles. Crafted with care and patience, they offer warmth, intensity and complexity — perfect for slow sipping and savouring.

Among our most celebrated brews is Caliburn, a multi-award-winning old ale known for its deep malt richness, hints of dark fruit and smooth, lingering finish. Alongside it sits Black Jack, our distinctive porter with notes of roasted barley, coffee and subtle chocolate, balanced by a velvety body and gentle bitterness. Together, these beers highlight the breadth of dark brewing — bold, flavourful and unmistakably Tintagel.

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Caliburn 5.8%
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Caliburn 5.8%
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Caliburn is the ancient name for King Arthur’s sword — the mighty blade later known as Excalibur. In the earliest tales, Caledfwlch (the Welsh form of Caliburn) was no ordinary weapon; it was a sword of kingship and destiny, forged in myth and carried only by the true ruler of Britain.

According to Geoffrey of Monmouth’s 12th-century chronicles — some of the first to link Arthur with Tintagel — Caliburn was "forged on the Isle of Avalon" and said to slice through steel like silk. It symbolised divine authority, justice, and the heavy weight of leadership.

Our Caliburn ale is inspired by that same sense of power and precision. A strong, smooth Old Ale, with deep colour, bold malt character and a noble hop finish. It’s a beer built to stand out — refined, balanced, and full of purpose.

🏆 Award-Winning:

CAMRA Winter Beer of Britain, 2024

CAMRA Beer of Britain Finalist 2025

Taste of the West Gold, 2024

SIBA South West Regional Champion - British Dark Beer 2025

Black Jack 5.2%
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Black Jack 5.2%
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A Cornish classic returns.

As autumn settles over the north coast, Black Jack makes its annual appearance — a rich, full-bodied Porter that’s become one of Tintagel’s most loved seasonal brews.

Brewed with Cornish spring water and a blend of roasted malts, Black Jack balances smooth chocolate and coffee notes with a touch of caramel sweetness and a dry, satisfying finish. It’s a beer that speaks of craft, comfort, and the darker months by the coast — where the nights draw in, and the fires burn a little longer