SOUTH WEST BUSINESS NEWS inform
Cheers to a decade of brewing
Bristol-based brewer Moor Beer is celebrating its 10th birthday with record results. In the latest results the independently owned craft
brewer increased production by 54% in 2016 and turnover was up by 74%. Positive progress is being maintained in 2017. Currently distributing across the UK and exporting to 20 countries, Moor Beer is now a global player. Its ambitions are to continue this success as a truly independent and authentic brewer and boost the craft beer movement in Bristol and beyond. In order to support further growth, the brewery is looking for additional premises in both Bristol and London, where it hopes to expand the team in all areas of the business. As part of ongoing expansion, Moor Beer has
‘We continue to remain desirable by a growing audience by staying true to our values’
already invested heavily in new equipment to enhance production of its highly rated ‘Modern Real Ale brews. Justin Hawke, Moor Beer’s owner and recently elected
vice chairman of the brewers’ association, SIBA, said: “We’re so happy to be celebrating our 10th birthday, especially when you consider most people think craft beer is a new movement. News of our continuing growth coinciding with our anniversary is the icing on the cake.
Justin Hawke of Moor Beer
Della’s bid to honour mum
An accountant from Nailsea has taken part in an iron- distance triathlon race in recognition of her mum who battled breast cancer. Della Hudson signed up for
a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and a marathon in less than 17 hours to raise money for the Breast Cancer Unit Southmead Trust (BUST). Della, who heads Hudson
“Over the past decade we set
many of the trends by having the vision and quality to kick-start what was a flagging British beer market. We continue to remain desirable by a growing audience by staying true to
our values. “In these days of ‘crafty’ buyouts by the
big brewers and the crowdfunding of questionable propositions, both of which compromise
the integrity and choices a brewer can make, we are one of the very few who are truly independent. “The progress we’ve made in the past 10 years is testament to an ever vibrant beer scene in Bristol. “We are looking forward to what the future brings
for us – and we hope we will continue to share our success in our community, placing Bristol well and truly on the map as a beer destination.”
Business Accountants and Advisers, decided to take on the challenge after her own mum was diagnosed with the disease last year. Della said: “BUST is a charity
close to my heart and I wanted to help in some way. This has been the longest and toughest triathlon of my life and I’m proud of my achievement.”
Della Hudson, of Hudson Accountants
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