THE Hogs Back Brewery is contributing to the EU Referendum debate with a specially-brewed ale, Hogswallop, available from the start of May.

A 4.2 per cent ABV, easy-drinking rye beer, the brewery says Hogswallop is designed to “loosen the tongues of pub politicians” and encourage a lively discourse in the run up to the vote on June 23.

Hogs Back managing director Rupert Thompson said: “We hope the sight of Hogswallop on the bar will raise a ‘rye’ smile from members of both ‘in’ and ‘out’ camps, as they enjoy an amicable exchange of views in their local.

“Like the Euro-debate itself, this ale may appear increasingly bitter as June 23 approaches, but mellow somewhat thereafter.”