Anspach & Hobday
Founded in 2013 by nursery-age friends Jack Hobday and Paul Anspach, Anspach & Hobday has become a cornerstone of London’s vibrant brewing scene. Based in Bermondsey and Croydon, the brewery is celebrated for blending historical heritage with modern technical precision. While they produce an array of classic styles, they are best known as the creators of London Black, a smooth, creamy nitro porter that has redefined the dark beer category and cemented their reputation as one of the capital's most essential independent brewers. Read more
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About Anspach & Hobday
The story of Anspach & Hobday began in the early days of the Bermondsey Beer Mile, where Jack and Paul set out to brew the traditional styles they actually wanted to drink. Rather than chasing fleeting trends like hazy IPAs, they looked to the past for inspiration, finding a deep connection between the history of beer and the joy of making it. This "historian’s approach" has allowed them to revive the legacy of the London Porter while maintaining a relentless focus on drinkability and consistency.
While the brewery has spent over a decade perfecting everything from crisp lagers to salt and lime gose, it is London Black that has given the business its true identity. Developed during the quiet of lockdown, this 4.4% nitro porter was designed as a local, independent alternative to global stouts. By combining rich notes of roasted coffee and chocolate with a velvet-smooth mouthfeel, it has become a "British nitro porter" icon, often cited by enthusiasts as the finest pint of its kind in the country.
Operating from their 40HL brewhouse in Croydon, the team continues to champion styles that celebrate balance and subtlety. Beyond their flagship porter, beers like the Ansbacher Lager and The Ordinary Bitter have gained a loyal following for their honest, well-executed profiles. The brewery refuses to cut corners, insisting on traditional lagering times and high-quality ingredients to ensure that every beer, whether a smoked brown ale or a modern pale, lives up to the high standards of the Anspach & Hobday name.
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As Anspach & Hobday continues to grow, they remain humble and focused on their singular mission to provide exceptional beer experiences. They are now on track to become the largest porter producer in London, bringing historical volumes back to a city that was once the dark beer capital of the world. By staying true to their roots at the Arch House in Bermondsey while looking forward to new possibilities in Croydon, Jack and Paul are ensuring their brewery remains a meaningful and lasting part of London’s brewing fabric.
