Beers similar to Captain Smiths

hopIQ found 10 beers with the same malty and bitter character as Captain Smiths. Deep ruby and softly hopped, with malty flavours and aromas twinned with a gentle sweetness. Since 1986 this 5.2% ABV strong ale has carried the name of Edward Smith, the Stoke-born captain of the Titanic, and it won SIBA medals in 2022 (Bitter category), 2025 and 2026. Bottled. Ranked by flavour match rather than popularity.

Closest match: Caffrey's Premium Irish Ale — 81%. No twin in the catalogue yet.

3 countries·matched across 56 flavour tags·best match 81%