Hicks Traditional Strong Cornish Ale is the brewery's oldest and most iconic ale, named in honour of founder Walter Hicks. First brewed to celebrate Cornwall's rich brewing heritage, Hicks has become a true British classic, renowned for its depth of flavour, full-bodied character, and timeless appeal.
Brewed with generous quantities of Maris Otter Pale, Crystal, and Black malts, alongside traditional Progress and Goldings hops, Hicks delivers a beautifully balanced combination of rich malt sweetness and classic English hop bitterness. The result is a dark ruby ale brimming with notes of raisins, toffee, dried fruit, and toasted biscuit, finishing with a firm yet smooth bitterness.
A staple of the St Austell range for generations, Hicks is a beer that celebrates traditional English brewing at its finest—complex, satisfying, and exceptionally drinkable.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Rich aromas of raisins, toffee, caramel, dried fruit, and toasted malt with subtle earthy hop notes.
Palate: Full-bodied with flavours of fruity biscuit, caramel, dark toffee, dried fruit, and classic English hop bitterness balanced by a rich malt backbone.
Finish: Long, smooth, and warming with lingering dried fruit, toasted malt, and gentle earthy bitterness.
Technical Details:
Brewery:St Austell Brewery
Style: Traditional Strong Cornish Ale (English Strong Ale)
ABV: 5.0%
Bottle Size: 500ml
IBUs: 40
Malts: Maris Otter Pale, Crystal & Black
Hops: Progress & Goldings
Appearance: Dark Ruby
Suitable For: Vegetarians & Vegans
Origin: Cornwall, England
Founded: 1851
Delivery within South Africa:
All orders are delivered from our central warehouse located in Montague Gardens, Western Cape. Local orders are usually delivered in 0-2 working days. Orders outside of Cape Town but within SA are generally delivered within 2-5 working days. If you require expedited delivery, we now offer an Express delivery service, which typically takes 1-3 working days, depending on your area.
While we strive for timely deliveries, there are occasional instances where delays may occur. These are rare but can happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
Delivery Rates:
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Consignment Orders:
We do not offer consignment stock or consignment deals.
Returns:
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Exceptions to Returns:
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