CONTACT US
19 Church View
Ecton
Northampton
NN6 0QL
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01604 411759
07710 039150
"BEER IS PROOF GOD LOVES US AND WANTS US TO BE HAPPY"
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
OUR STORY
The name Benjamin Franklin Brewery is born from Ecton having such a close association with the family of Benjamin Franklin and particularly the Three Horseshoes Pub. One of the foremost figures in North American history and part of the five men who in 1776 drafted the Declaration of Independence.
The Franklin family lived in Ecton from 1555 and Benjamin’s uncle, Thomas, was a village blacksmith, based in the yard behind the Three Horseshoes pub (hence the pub name) and along with his wife Eleanor was buried in the Ecton churchyard after his death in 1702.
Benjamin Franklin visited Ecton to discover his family history in July 1758 and spent time around the 3 Horseshoes and viewed his family graves. The great man himself was a huge fan of beer and amongst his many famous quotes was the very appropriate ‘Beer is proof that god loves us and wants us to be happy‘ perhaps a sign that Ecton was destined to one day be a site to brew ale...
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Our Master Brewer with 17 years experience has created two Craft brews that only use the finest fresh ingredients with no processed chemicals or added flavours.
But don't take our word for it! Pop into the 3 Horseshoes in Ecton Village and try both for yourself.
OUR CRAFT BEERS
THE BENJAMIN FRANKLIN I 3.6% ABV
Our original Craft Ale is simply called The Benjamin Franklin and has a alcohol by volume of 3.6% which makes it a great session ale.
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The origins of the term session ale are hard to place, but some have speculated that it comes from WWI Britain, when munition workers worked long, hard hours to supply the troops with ammo. They were allotted short “session” breaks of a few hours between shifts and many of them spend those breaks in their local pub.
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I can imagine Benjamin Franklin's Uncle enjoying a session in the Three Horseshoes after a hard days work in the Blacksmith's.
DOUGAL'S THUMPER I 4.2% ABV
Dougal’s Thumper is named after the legendary ex-Saints player Geoff Wright. Nicknamed ‘Dougal’ for his distinctive mustache, Geoff has close family connections with Ecton.
Our stronger 4.2% ABV ale was developed during the second lockdown during the Covid pandemic. However, contrary to rumors, our master brewer was not attempting to produce a new Vaccine.
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Dougal’s Thumper does what is says on the tin and as with it's namesake, this craft ale packs a punch!
HOW TO ORDER
9 GALLON CASK I ON-TRADE 72 PINTS
9 Gallon Casks are available both Benjamin Franklin Original and Dougal's Thumper SKUs.
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The Casks have a 10 month shelf life before connection and then for best results to be served within xx weeks.
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For further information and prices, please email:
sales@BenjaminFranklinBrewery.co.uk
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5 LITER KEGS I 8.8 PINTS
5 ltr Kegs are available both Benjamin Franklin Original and Dougal's Thumper SKUs and cost £22 and £25 respectively
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The Kegs have a 10 month shelf life before opening and then for best results to be consumed within 3 days.
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Our Crafty New 5 qtr Kegs are available for collection or delivery in the local area.
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To order a Keg of your favorite Craft Beer brewed in Ecton, email:
CONTACT US
The Brewery, 23 High Street, Ecton, Northampton NN6 0QA
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Telephone: 01604 407446
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www.BenjaminFranklinBrewery.co.uk