One of Lanarkshire’s leading breweries has sealed up its mash tun for the last time, saying their business has become unviable.Founded in 2004, Strathaven Ales has gone about establishing itself as one of Scotland’s best craft beer producers, winning numerous awards throughout the years.However, an increase in energy costs and raw materials “to the tune of around 40-50 per cent” was too much for the company to absorb.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android In a post on their Facebook page this morning, they wrote: “It is with a heavy heart that I now inform you that Strathaven Ales has ceased brewing.“This decision did not come easy, but we are a victim of the ever increasing raw material and energy cost.”Speaking with Lanarkshire Live shortly after breaking the news online, director Craig Buchanan confirmed there would be around five job losses at the firm, including his own.An engineer to trade, Craig founded the business with his father Douglas and retired doctor, Alan Young.They quickly set about establishing a core range of beers and developing the business from their Craigmill Brewery in Strathaven.Craig and Douglas kept things in the family, with his son Ross coming on 10 years ago and becoming a brewer.
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