beers from the blackwater country

the gilde meister helles

on sale now at our taproom in steeple!

Here on draught and coming soon in cans - an outstandingly crisp and lively draught helles, brewed from an authentically Bavarian hop and malt palette, with just a bit of Blackwater magic.

BLACKWATER BREWING

We have a special brewing style that comes from a very special place. Out on the Essex saltmarshes where sky, land and sea meet we are held close by nature. We learn balance from the sun and rain, patience from the tides.

Our brewing style is original and modern in conception but traditional in its respect for heritage and standards.

Blackwater beers are complex and rewarding and as much fun to drink as they are to make.

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visit the star - our taproom in steeple

JUST A MILE FROM THE BREWERY...

A warm welcome and the full range of Blackwater Beers await you at our traditional Essex family pub in the centre of Steeple.

You'll find high quality guest ales on our pumps, all served to the highest standard, along with great food and entertainment.

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SHOP our beers

Fabulous beers delivered to your door. Make up your own case in our shop and we'll rush it out to you!

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“the perfect father's day present - my other half was absolutely delighted with his case of blackwater beers! Thanks for getting them to us so quickly!”

Paula Capstick, Brentwood

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blackwater on tour!

Our gazebo of dreams is out and about all over Essex and Suffolk. Wherever people are gathered together to have fun, we'll try to be there as well. Just to help.

Event	Location	Postcode
02/05/2026	Colchester Farmers Market	CO1 1PT
16/05/2026	Coggeshall Barn Market	C06 1RE
24/04/2026	Lavenham Farmers Market	CO10 9QT
31/05/2026	Barleylands Market	CM11 2UD
06/06/2026	Colchester Farmers Market	CO1 1PT
06/06/2026	Hadleigh Hidden Gardens	IP7 5DL
20/06/2026	Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome	CM3 6RN
26/06/2026	Sudbury Farmers Market	CO10 2EH
28/06/2026	Lavenham Farmers Market	CO10 9QT
28/06/2026	Barleylands Market	CM11 2UD
04/07/2026	Colchester Farmers Market	CO1 1PT
18/07/2026	Colchester Summer Evening Market	CO1 1PT
26/07/2026	Barleylands Market	CM11 2UD
26/07/2026	Lavenham Farmers Market	CO10 9QT
31/07/2026	Sudbury Farmers Market	CO10 2EH

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