A BREWERY has developed a limited edition ale inspired by St Austell Rugby Club.

Sharp’s Brewing Co, based at Rock, has created Saints Bay in collaboration with the club.

The ale will be available on match days at the clubhouse from Saturday, December 7, when the Saints host Marlborough. It will also be sold at the Sharp’s shop and online.

The brewery has sponsored the Saints since 2014 and, besides being the club’s primary supplier of beers, wines and spirits, it has also provided rugby post protectors, flags and water bottles.

Saints Bay was created at the brewery’s small-scale pilot plant aided by the visit of eight members and volunteers from the club.

Club chair Paul Hayes with Jon Wide from Sharp’s Brewing Co.
Club chair Paul Hayes with Jon Wide from Sharp’s Brewing Co. (Picture: Submitted)

Rugby club chair Paul Hayes said: “It was really special and so much fun to develop Saints Bay with the team at the brewery. It is a very special pint and not to be missed.”

Technical brewing optimisation manager Jon Wide said: “We had a fantastic time developing and brewing Saints Bay with the rugby club.

“It was great to get them in the pilot plant so they could be fully immersed in the process and take ownership of its creation, something which they and we are very proud of.”

Jan Hayes, wife of club chair Paul Hayes, and a long-time club supporter.
Jan Hayes, wife of club chair Paul Hayes, and a long-time club supporter. (Picture: Submitted)