Posted by The North Bar Cellar
Rare Bottles. Timeless Taste.
🍺 A Beer That’s Built to Age
Fuller’s Vintage Ale isn’t just a strong English ale — it’s a time capsule in a bottle. Since 1997, Fuller’s has released a new Vintage Ale each year, each one brewed to age gracefully over decades. Each bottle is numbered, boxed, and designed with collectors in mind.
Unlike many seasonal or limited brews, these ales are bottle-conditioned, meaning they continue to develop flavour long after they leave the brewery.
🎯 What Makes It So Collectible?
1. Yearly Variation
Each year brings a new recipe, hop profile, and malt combination. No two vintages are exactly alike.
2. Numbered & Boxed Bottles
Individually numbered and beautifully boxed — Fuller's turns a pint into a piece of drinkable history.
3. Limited Releases
Released once per year and never brewed again, early vintages are now highly sought after — especially boxed and in pristine condition.
4. Ageing Potential
With ABVs often above 8% and bottle conditioning, these ales develop richer, deeper flavours with time. Some peak 10–15 years after bottling.
📦 How to Start Your Collection
Whether you're starting fresh or adding to your cellar, look for:
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Boxed, unopened bottles
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Cool, dark storage conditions
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Vintages from 2004 and earlier (very rare)
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Value picks from 2007–2010 — still accessible, rising in value
You can find many of these vintages right here at Vintage Ale Vault — fully boxed, pristine, and ready to go.
🍻 Drink Now or Hold?
That’s the big debate.
Vertical tastings (sampling several years side-by-side) are incredibly popular. But if you're investing long-term, sealed bottles from 2007–2016 are still affordable and gaining value fast.
🛍️ Where to Buy Fuller's Vintage Ale Online
At The North Bar Cellar, we offer:
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Fully boxed bottles from 2007–2019
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Stored in ideal conditions
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Tracked UK delivery from a licensed seller