Old Tom is almost as old as the Robinson's brewery itself. Over the years it has won some of the industries most prestigious awards and is now recognised as one of the most famous strong ales brewed both nationally and internationally.

Recently voted the World's Best Ale at the third annual World Beer Awards in which an international panel of judges tasted hundreds of beers of different styles from around the world.

During the multi-stage competition Old Tom also secured recognition as the World’s Best Dark Ale, The World’s Best Strong Ale and the Worlds Best Barley Wine.

The competition was run by Beers of the World, the international consumer beer magazine. The well deserved title is the latest accolade for the 8.5% abv strong ale, which has aromas of dark fruit and a palate booming with ripe malt and hops followed by a deep port wine finish.