The Brewing History Society Visits French & Jupps Maltings
French & Jupps commemorates maltings heritage with the Brewing History Society, showcasing the finest handcrafted roasted malts which honour a 336 year legacy.
by French & Jupps
The Craft Behind “Dear Mr Porter”
We step behind the scenes with David McGovern, Head Brewer at Chiltern Brewery to learn more about this special beer, set for release in October 2025. On our visit David provides insight into their brewing philosophy and heritage, sharing what makes the award winning brewery’s range of beers truly unique. From the initial concept to the final beer, every step a testament to their dedication to hyper local quality and British ingredients.
Learn more about Chiltern Brewery’s brewing process and their meticulously crafted hop and malt bill. In this video, we dive into the use of our speciality roasted and milled malts to produce a Porter with a rich character derived from French & Jupps Crystal Malt, Crystal 150, and Chocolate Malt, carefully selected to contribute to its deep colour, complex aroma, and satisfying taste profile, crucial in achieving the beer’s signature notes of roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and dried fruits with a hint of caramel sweetness.
Join Us for the Journey
Watch our latest video for an in-depth perspective from Head Brewer David McGovern and learn about the process behind Chiltern Brewery’s craft, and get a look at “Dear Mr Porter” before it becomes available in October 2025 here.
French & Jupps commemorates maltings heritage with the Brewing History Society, showcasing the finest handcrafted roasted malts which honour a 336 year legacy.
Arkell’s Brewery and French & Jupps are proud to announce the launch of Ancestry (ABV 3.8%), a brand-new cask ale brewed in collaboration between one of Britain’s oldest family brewers and Great Britain’s oldest maltster.
For generations, French & Jupps roasted malt travelled the Thames and London’s canals and waterways to reach the city’s brewers. It’s where the ‘French’ in French & Jupps originates from, our partnership with barge owner Margaret French back in the 1860s.
To learn about the journey from field to glass and more detailed explanation of the malting process click below.
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