October 26th 2026 would have been the 75th Birthday of 3 Fonteinen founder, Armand Debelder. The brewery invite you to celebrate his life by raising a glass of lambic among friends. And we've partnered with them on a special preorder: https://www.jamesclay.co.uk/account/preorders/3-fonteinen-2

Augustiner Oktoberfestbier has landed. The only festbier still to be dispensed from wooden barrels on the Wiesn. Perfectly rounded, robust, with an elegant bitterness. Time to get your tracht on. If you missed our preorder, there's a small quantity online now: http://jamesclay.co.uk/okto26stock

Keep a look out for something special landing tomorrow. #oktoberfest

We're delighted to announce that Marketing and Communications Manager, Joe Dick, is to receive a Knighthood of the Belgian Brewers' Mash Paddle on Saturday the 5th of September. Click here to read more about the knighthood and Joe's nomination: https://www.jamesclay.co.uk/news/joe-knighthood

SCRATCH 'N' SCHÖFF Order 4 kegs from the range (min. 2x Spritz 50L) and receive an activation pack to offer your guests the chance to win a free branded pool float or can of Lemon Schöfferhofer. Along with beer mats, branded glassware, and scratch cards. Order online now at jamesclay.co.uk/schoff

A selection of 32 exceptional beers from 3 Canadian brewers worthy of global recognition. In a few short weeks we're landing stock shipped cold directly from Bellwoods, Blood Brothers, and Dieu du Ciel! to our coldstore in West Yorkshire. Available to preorder online now: jamesclay.co.uk/canada26

Tilquin Fruit Extravaganza The sensational lambic event is back again for 2026, and this year the ever boundary pushing Pierre Tilquin has released 10 different single varietal grape lambics, showcasing the breadth of flavour within exceptional European grapes, and how well they combine with lambic

OKTOBERFEST PREORDER Don't get caught out. To guarantee your Oktoberfest stock get your preorder in now. Demand is high once again this year, and some products are close to selling out. http://jamesclay.co.uk/okto26

We're happy to announce our support for the VAT's The Problem campaign to support the hospitality industry across the country by cutting VAT for the sector to 10%. We encourage you to join us: http://vatstheproblem.co.uk

Germany win, you win. Buy selected Schöfferhofer products during the group stages and, if Germany go on to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, we’ll credit your account for the full value of your qualifying purchases. Order here: http://jamesclay.co.uk/schoff Ts and Cs: http://jamesclay.co.uk/schofftscs

Germany win, you win. Buy selected Schöfferhofer products during the group stages and, if Germany go on to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, we’ll credit your account for the full value of your qualifying purchases. Order here: http://jamesclay.co.uk/schoff Ts and Cs: http://jamesclay.co.uk/schofftscs

While Poland didn't qualify, Browar FUNKY FLUID are still here for World Cup fever. 8 different beers representing classic players and moments from the tournament's history, all with peel off stickers on the label. Available to order online now: http://jamesclay.co.uk/funkyfluid

Top class German beer is firmly established as a cornerstone of British beer culture, and we're here to partner with you to deliver a truly authentic Oktoberfest.   To guarantee your allocation of the most important German seasonals, preorder here: http://jamesclay.co.uk/okto26

Oktoberfest Preorder launching Monday 8th of June We've been doing all the essential housekeeping getting things ready for you to provide your guests with the authentic experience. Keep an eye on your inbox. If you're not signed up, you can do so here: https://www.jamesclay.co.uk/newsletter-signup

This weekend is the biannual Toer de Geuze, where HORAL members open their unique breweries and blenderies offering a glimpse into Lambic, one of Belgian beer's real curiosities. To celebrate, we've stocked up on special selections from the region's beloved producers: http://jamesclay.co.uk/tdg26

We're unleashing even more happiness, right on time for the May Bank Holiday, with cans of Schöfferhofer Lemon. The classic Schöfferhofer Wheat Beer, blended 50/50 with natural lemon drink, available in limited quantities, so make sure you're at the front of the queue http://jamesclay.co.uk/schoff

Zwanze Day 2026 We're delighted to be partnering with 3 famous bars around the UK on the biannual celebration of the iconic lambic brewery, Brasserie Cantillon Koelschip Yard, Glasgow TripelB, Worcester Bier Draak, Norwich

Time to spritz up the terrazzo, aperitivo hour is here, and this year it comes in pints. Joining the Schöfferhofer lineup, we have Spritz; the brand new, draught only release. Alongside the classic Grapefruit (keg/can), Pineapple (can), and Watermelon & Mint (can). http://jamesclay.co.uk/schoff

Brasserie de la Senne last night at @thefreetradeinn.bsky.social Shout out to @whatjoewrote.bsky.social & the @jamesclaybeers.bsky.social team for creating a great week of events here in the North East!

It’s a busy one for beer events, with Belgian Beer Week starting tomorrow (info from Matthew at @jamesclaybeers.bsky.social)

Great day yesterday brewing with long term friends at Brasserie De La Senne. We will be bringing some of the finished beer across the water when it’s ready. Can’t wait!

The Chouffe lineup has grown further with the introduction of Framboise. Raspberries are one of the most evocative fruits, bringing to mind joyful discoveries of tart, jammy, pink fruit. Available to order online now in kegs and bottles: http://jamesclay.co.uk/chouffe

Date for the Diary. BRASSERIE DE LA SENNE Showcase and Meet Tye Team with owner Yvan De Baets. 25.02.26 Part of @jamesclaybeers.bsky.social Belgian Beer Week All welcome

CAREER OPPORTUNITY - LONDON ACCOUNT MANAGER (minimum salary £40kpa, DOE). The position will suit someone who is passionate about quality beer, has an appreciation of global brewing culture, is familiar with the area and motivated to apply their commercial experience to the world’s best beers.

UK BELGIAN BEER WEEK Building on the success of the 2025 series of events, UK Belgian Beer Week is back, and even bigger and better. 12 brewery visitors, hosting 37 events, across 18 towns and cities up and down the country. For full eventlistings check: jamesclay.co.uk/belbeerwk2026

TYNESIDE LAMBIC TRAIL 2026 24/25 Jan 26 Looking forward to once again joining some great Tyneside bars to show off the best in lambic and mixed ferm beer from the UK, Belgium and Beyond. Details coming. Save the date and please share!

We've just uploaded an update to our Xmas delivery schedule. Please double check your delivery dates and order deadlines for W/C 22/12 and 29/12. Normal delivery schedule resumes from Monday the 5th of January.

James Clay and Sons@jamesclaybeers.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Your Christmas and New Year delivery schedule is available to view on your Online Ordering dashboard. Additionally, we have a postcode search tool, where you can enter your delivery postcode to generate your schedule: https://www.jamesclay.co.uk/news/christmas-and-new-year-schedule-2025

A fresh blend of classics and innovation from the inimitable Gueuzerie Tilquin. We've restocked on Riesling, Mûre, and Rhubarbe, real highlights of Tilquin's fruited outturn this year, and well worth revisiting.

As we enter peak Low/No season, make sure your range is in the best shape possible. Some of your guests will be practicing Mindful Drinking, Zebra-Striping, moderation, or abstinence, and deserve the world's best while doing so. Check out our Alc Free brochure: http://jamesclay.co.uk/af25brochure

Your Christmas and New Year delivery schedule is available to view on your Online Ordering dashboard. Additionally, we have a postcode search tool, where you can enter your delivery postcode to generate your schedule: https://www.jamesclay.co.uk/news/christmas-and-new-year-schedule-2025