Batemans England Expects - The perfect way to watch England with a pint & friends!

Available in June / July

As the excitement builds ahead of the World Cup, we are proud to bring back England Expects 4.0%, a classic English ale brewed especially for supporters ready to cheer the nation on throughout the tournament.

England Expects is designed to bring football fans together in the best possible setting: great company, a lively atmosphere and a perfectly poured pint.

Available Exclusively in Pubs

England Expects has been brewed specifically for the on-trade, making it the ideal centrepiece for pubs looking to create an unforgettable World Cup atmosphere.

To make the tournament even more engaging behind the bar for drinkers, we have created a striking new design for our unique interactive three-part pump clip that evolves with England’s fortunes throughout the competition.

All three interchangeable pump clips are cleverly designed in the shape of a classic football shirt, with the large number 4 from the beer’s 4.0% ABV displayed prominently on the back, just like a squad number on a player’s shirt. Number 4 was the number on the back of the famous Nobby Stiles in England’s World Cup victory at Wembley against the Germans, in 1966.

  • The first clip proudly displays England Expects, setting the tone for optimism as the tournament begins.
  • Should the unthinkable happen, publicans can swap the centre section to the tongue-in-cheek “We’ve Blown It” clip, guaranteed to raise a smile and spark conversation among supporters after a disappointing result.
  • And if England go all the way, the final section reveals the ultimate celebratory clip: “WINNERS”, transforming the pump clip into a triumphant tribute behind the bar.

The clip-together concept gives pubs a fun and interactive way to follow England’s progress throughout the tournament while creating extra theatre and customer engagement at the bar.

Whether it’s pre-match anticipation, post-match analysis or celebrating a famous England victory, England Expects belongs at the heart of the pub experience.

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Brewed for the Matchday Experience

There’s nothing quite like watching a major tournament in the pub. The anticipation before kick-off, the roar when England score, and the shared drama of every match all deserve a beer crafted for the occasion.

At 4.0% ABV, England Expects is a smooth, balanced amber ale with excellent drinkability, ideal for enjoying across ninety minutes and beyond. Subtle hop bitterness complements a gentle malt sweetness, delivering a satisfying pint that keeps supporters coming back for the next round.

Drinkers can expect:

  • A smooth and easy drinking 4.0% amber ale
  • Rich biscuit malt character
  • Balanced hop bitterness and a refreshing finish
  • The perfect session beer for World Cup matchdays

A Proud Tradition of Brewing

England Expects combining traditional brewing expertise with the excitement and optimism that every major football tournament brings.

It’s a beer that celebrates community, conversation, and camaraderie, everything great pubs and great football nights are built on.

Raise a Pint to England

This World Cup, support England the proper way with Batemans England Expects 4.0%.

Available exclusively in pubs for the duration of the tournament, it’s the perfect pint for supporters looking to enjoy every goal, every save, and every unforgettable moment together.

England Expects – A beer to MATCH any crowd’s thirst!

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