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| Location | Wells, Somerset, England | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Opened | 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Owned by | Independent | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Website | www | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Wookey Brewing Co. is an independent craft brewery based in Wells, Somerset in England. Founded in 2020, the brewery produces award-winning beers and ciders, with a focus on vegan, gluten-free, and alcohol-free options. Wookey Brewing Co. serves both local businesses and individual consumers, and is recognised for its community involvement and sustainable practices.[1]
Logo and Symbolism
[edit]The Wookey Brewing Co. logo features a stylised “W” that symbolises witch’s marks, specifically the double 'VV' symbol, also known as a witch’s mark or Marian mark. This protective symbol is historically found in churches, houses, and the Wookey Hole caves in Somerset. The double 'VV' is believed to stand for “Virgo Virginum” (Virgin of Virgins), serving as an invocation to the Virgin Mary for protection against evil spirits. Such marks were traditionally inscribed on walls, beams, and plasterwork—often near entrances like doorways and windows—to safeguard buildings and their inhabitants.[2]
Jack’s Cider
[edit]In August 2024, the founder of Wookey Brewing Co. introduced Jack’s Cider to the brand’s portfolio. Jack’s Cider proudly carries the legacy of the Cleaves family, one of the oldest family names to originate from Pilton, Somerset. The story of Jack’s Cider[3] is deeply intertwined with the rich history of this picturesque village, where the Cleaves family has been rooted for centuries. Crafted using locally sourced apples, Jack’s Cider celebrates traditional Somerset cider-making and reflects Wookey Brewing Co.’s commitment to heritage, authenticity, and community.
Products
[edit]The brewery produces eight regular beers, three regular ciders and the occasional seasonal brew.
- Witch Way Home – 4.1% abv. The name is a play on words and references the famous Witch of Wookey Hole Caves.[4]
- Deer Leap – 4.4% abv amber ale. The name is Inspired by the legend of a phenomenal leap by a deer, is well known to old Mendippers. Also known as Deer Leap near Priddy.
- Cave Digger – 4.2% abv red ale. The name is derived from the Latin word of cavus Cave Digging (cave exploration), which is popular in the Caves of the Mendip Hills.
- Luna – 4.1% abv Gluten Free Pale Ale.
- Elixir – 0.5% abv Alcohol-Free Indian Pale Ale (IPA).
- Hot Fuzz – 4.4% abv India Pale Ale (IPA). Named after the film famously featuring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost that was shot mostly within the county, particularly in the small city of Wells, Somerset.[5]
- Witch's Tipple – 4.6% abv Pale Ale. We are proud to work in partnership with Wookey Hole Hotel and Shop Wookey Hole Caves to create a craft beer especially for visitors to this magical corner of Somerset.
- Serpent of the Axe – 4.0% abv Pale Ale.
- Jack's Original Cider – 4.5% abv.
- Black Jack's Cider – 3.4% abv.
- Jack's Zero Cider – 0.5% abv.
Awards
[edit]Wookey Brewing Co. has received several notable industry recognitions for its dedication to quality, innovation, and design in craft brewing, In 2022, Wookey Brewing Co. received recognition for its label designs at the World Beer Awards 2022, reflecting innovation and excellence in beer packaging design. World Beer Awards.[6] In 2022, Witch Way Home received Gold at the European Beer Challenge, an internationally recognised competition judged by industry experts in London.[7] The flagship Pale Ale, Witch Way Home, was awarded Gold at the Taste of the West Awards in 2024, one of South West England’s most respected food and drink accolades, recognising its unique hop blend and clean, dry finish.[8] The brewery’s Elixir Alcohol Free IPA won Silver at the Taste of the West Awards 2024, demonstrating Wookey Brewing Co.’s commitment to high-quality alcohol-free brewing.[9] In 2024, Wookey Brewing Co. was awarded Gold in the Online Retailer category at the Taste of the West Retail & Hospitality Awards, recognising the brewery’s excellence in website design, ease of use, and overall online customer experience.[10]
Community
[edit]The brewery is active in the Somerset community, participating in events such as: Wells Food Festival, Priddy Folk Festival, Somerstock Music Festival and Local village beer festivals.
References
[edit]- ^ "New Brewing Company". Pints West No. 130 Spring 2022 edition. CAMRA Bath and Boarders. p. 5. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
- ^ "Public Asked to Help Hunt for Witches' Marks". Public Asked to Help Hunt for Witches' Marks, published 31 October 2016. Historic England. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
- ^ "Our Story". Jack's Cider. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
- ^ "The Mayor of Wells pulled the first pint of a locally brewed award-winning beer as The Swan Hotel marked its grand reopening". Wells News Nub. Retrieved 9 June 2025.
- ^ "What I found inside the pub from Hot Fuzz in Wells". Somerset County Gazette. Retrieved 16 December 2023.
- ^ "The World Beer Awards 2022". The World Beer Award.
- ^ "European Beer Challenge 2022". European Beer Challenge.
- ^ "Taste of the West Awards 2024". Taste of the West.
- ^ "Taste of the West Awards 2024". Taste of the West.
- ^ "Taste of the West Awards 2024". Taste of the West.