Magic Dragon Brewing is officially “Great Taste” as they win top excellence awards

Eyton Gold, Green One IPA and Obsidian stout bottled beers from Magic Dragon Brewing based just outside of Wrexham have each been awarded 1 star by Great Taste, the largest and most trusted food and drink awards in the world.

Out of 5,383 products worldwide to receive a Great Taste 1, 2 or 3-star accolade on Tuesday 21st September, Eyton Gold, Green One IPA and Obsidian Welsh Stout will now be able to display the unmistakable black and gold logo, a stamp of excellence that is recognised by retailers and consumers alike.

The beers were up against a wide range of entries – with over 14,000 different products entered in 2021 from 108 countries. A wide range of judges tasted the entries including celebrity writers, restaurateurs, critics and food buyers from Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason and Partridges.

The judges described Obsidian stout has having “…a very attractive aroma of chocolate and coffee. The palate was lovely and clean with a nice dark, smoky finish. The acidity is very refreshing and carries all of the flavours”

Green One IPA was “really well balanced; the light, floral notes were very attractive” and Eyton Gold attracted great comments as well, “Enticing, light honey aromas”.

Richard Lever, head brewer has been brewing ale since he, and his wife, brought the brewery in 2017. They traditionally brew beers at The Plassey Leisure Park and supply local pubs with cask ale.

Liz Lever, founder, explains: “We decided to enter the awards this year to get feedback from professionals on our bottled beers as a lot of other beer competitions had been cancelled”