A North Finchley-based brewery has earned recognition for its commitment to cask ale production.
The London Brewing Company, which runs The Bohemia establishment, was presented with the John Young Memorial Award by the Campaign for Real Ale’s London divisions.
The honour acknowledges individuals or organisations demonstrating outstanding support for cask-conditioned beer and London’s pub heritage.
A ceremony took place on the evening of Thursday, 1 October, at The Bohemia’s address on High Road.
The presentation coincided with the 20th anniversary of John Young’s passing.
Young previously served as chairman of Young’s Brewery and played a foundational role in promoting real ale across Britain.
The accolade highlights the brewery’s expansion beyond its original premises.
A second venue, named Ye Three Lords, was opened near Aldgate, featuring traditional handpumps rather than exclusively offering keg products.
Greater London CAMRA regional director Ellie Eames commented that the recipient had earned the honour through its consistent dedication to cask beer quality.
She noted the company’s track record of nurturing brewing talent.
Among those who developed their skills there were Jenna Dunseath, currently serving as Technical Director at Real Drinks Ltd, Rich White, who subsequently founded Werewolf Brewery in Camden, and George Boustred, now overseeing production at Exale in Black Horse Lane.
Eames also pointed to the brewery’s Beer Street product, which secured CAMRA’s Winter Champion Beer of Britain title earlier this year against thousands of competing entries, making it the sole London-based producer to achieve this distinction.
Managing director Senan Sexton expressed gratitude for the recognition.
He noted that despite Irish heritage meaning cask ale did not form part of his background, he understood its significance within British pub culture.
Sexton stated pride in his colleagues’ dedication and acknowledged the privilege of joining the lineage of previous recipients.