Ampersand Brew Co. began life in a converted barn on the Hipwell family farm, founded by the passionate family team of Amy, Andy, and Adrian. Since those early days, they’ve grown into a modern, bespoke brewery now based in Diss, producing high-quality, small-batch beers that reflect their simple but effective philosophy: to brew the beer they want to drink, to the highest standard possible. And it shows — their beers consistently speak for themselves. Ampersand have always been fantastic supporters of Norwich Amateur Brewers, generously sharing their time, knowledge, and enthusiasm with our community. We’re proud to celebrate a brewery that not only produces outstanding beer, but also champions the local brewing scene.

Lallemand Brewing is a global leader in the production of premium yeast, bacteria, and fermentation products for the brewing industry. With decades of expertise and a commitment to quality, they support brewers at every level — from home brewers to large-scale professionals. Their dedication to education and innovation is clear through their ownership of the Siebel Institute and their collaborative approach to brewing. Lallemand have been fantastic supporters of Norwich Amateur Brewers, and we’re proud to have their backing for our competition.

Simpsons Malt is an independent, fifth-generation, family-owned business that has supplied high-quality malts to the world’s finest breweries and distilleries for more than 160 years.

The Malt Miller has been a cornerstone of the UK homebrewing community since 2010, providing an extensive range of quality ingredients and equipment for brewers at all levels. Their commitment to freshness and quality ensures that homebrewers have access to the best malts, hops, yeasts, and brewing gear. Beyond their comprehensive product offerings, The Malt Miller has been an unwavering supporter of Norwich Amateur Brewers. Their generous sponsorship has been instrumental in the success of our events, in Diss. Their support has significantly enriched our brewing community. We are deeply grateful for The Malt Miller's ongoing support and dedication to fostering the art and science of homebrewing.

WHC is a biotechnology company focused on providing highly reliable and innovative yeast and bacteria strains to brewers and distillers. They stand out by employing best-in-class laboratory equipment and cutting-edge methods for yeast propagation and quality control, including genetic testing to ensure high purity and viability. Their dedication is to "Fermenting Flavour" and "Brewing Brilliance, Every Batch," collaborating closely with breweries globally to offer tailored fermentation solutions, expert technical support, and continuously developing new strains to enhance flavour creation and brewing efficiency.

Adnams is a regional brewery founded in 1872 in Southwold, Suffolk, England, by George and Ernest Adnams. It produces cask ale and bottled beers. Annual production is around 85,000 barrels. We are delighted to have a very special prize from Adnams this year and their continued support once again.

KegLand is a world leader in home brewing and beverage dispensing technology, providing high-quality equipment to enthusiasts and professionals alike. Based on a foundation of innovation and affordability, we design and manufacture everything from advanced kegging systems to precision fermentation tools. Our mission is to empower every home brewer with the most innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective beverage equipment on the planet.