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Betsy flies again

Pale ale handcrafted for 35,000 feet

Named after our first aircraft, the all-new Betsy beer embodies the dedication, spirit and ingenuity integral to the Cathay Pacific story. Flavours of mandarin orange have been lovingly tuned for altitude; with the finest barley and hops, carefully balanced for depth and aroma. The result is a craft pale ale that tastes great anywhere, but really takes off at 35,000 feet.

The spirit of Betsy lives on

Watch as the all-new Betsy beer takes to the skies.

Based on our original aircraft

500,000 rivets, 700,000 separate parts, and 6,000 craftsmen – that was the dedication that went into building a Douglas DC-3 in the 1940s. Engineered with the same level of care, this pale ale is a homage to the heart and soul poured into the original Betsy.

The original Betsy
Our design tribute

Our design DNA

Take a closer look at the label. We pay tribute to the building of Betsy with a design inspired by her blueprint and measurements.

The original Betsy
Our design tribute

Get a taste of travel

We know that flying can dull your senses – that’s why we’ve carefully selected ingredients that soar. Slightly roasted barley creates toffee and biscuit notes; Hong Kong mandarin peel, added to the boil, gives a distinct citrus aroma. The result is a perfectly balanced pale ale that can be enjoyed both on the ground or in the air.

Behind the brew

Get an inside look at the making of Betsy beer.

Want to try the new Betsy?

Available on long-haul routes, the all-new edition of Betsy beer can be sampled in all classes. On the ground, you can enjoy Betsy at any of our Hong Kong lounges.

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Routes available

Want to try the new Betsy?

You can sample the all-new Betsy beer on the following long-haul routes:

Adelaide, Auckland, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Boston, Brisbane, Brussels, Cairns, Chicago, Dubai, Dublin, Frankfurt, Johannesburg, London (Gatwick), London (Heathrow), Los Angeles, Madrid, Male, Manchester, Melbourne, Milan, New York (JFK), New York (Newark), Paris, Rome, San Francisco, Seattle, Sydney, Tel Aviv, Toronto, Vancouver, Washington DC, Zurich.

Must be 19 years or older to enjoy. Please drink responsibly.

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