The Brewery was established 1986, in the small town of Clare, in Suffolk. From the very beginning It set out to brew distinctive beers of a consistent quality. this being quickly recognized In the many awards won at beer festivals throughout the year. The beer brewed mostly exhibited special features, such as our coriander flavored Umbel ales, coriander was much used before hops became cheaply available, or old Growler itself a dark bitter which is our most famous beer. Nethergate's success has been based upon the consistent quality of its beers, and the number of interesting and different beers that have been offered to discerning beer-drinkers. Today we brew ten permanent beers throughout the year these being supplemented by seasonal and special beers.