What Saltaire Brewery does

Saltaire Brewery Limited is a privately-held UK craft brewery founded in 2005 and headquartered in Shipley, West Yorkshire. The company brews and packages a portfolio of more than ten signature beers spanning pale ales (Saltaire Blonde, Cascade, Citra, Golden Boot, South Island), lager (Premium Yorkshire Lager), IPAs (Unity, BBNo5), bitter (Titus), and stout (Triple Chocolate), plus a 0.5% low-alcohol offering (Northern Light) and mixed-case gift packs. Production runs on a 70HL Moeschle brewhouse with in-house bottle, keg, and cask packaging; SALSA Plus Beer accreditation and HMRC duty suspense licensing support both own-brand output and third-party contract work.

The business operates a multi-channel commercial model: direct-to-consumer e-commerce from saltairebrewery.com with free UK delivery over £45, click-and-collect from the brewery, and a 15% discount subscription offering; a Shipley-based taproom (six hand pulls, eight keg lines) complemented by brewery tours and private hire events in the historic Brewhouse building; wholesale distribution through six major UK supermarket chains (Asda, Sainsbury's, Tesco, Morrisons, Co-op, Booths); and B2B contract brewing and packaging services (6,000L-60,000L) for other breweries including Rudgate and Bristol Beer Factory.

In July 2024 Saltaire was acquired by Paramount Retail Group as the parent's entry into the UK beer industry, and in January 2026 it completed a pre-pack acquisition of Keystone Brewing Group, adding the Black Sheep, Fourpure and Purity brands and incorporating operations across Warwickshire and Yorkshire sites while safeguarding approximately 150 jobs. Annual output is stated at over five million pints, and headcount — pre-acquisition — was in the 11-50 SME band, expanding materially post-deal.

Name

Saltaire Brewery

Legal name

Saltaire Brewery Limited

Website

https://saltairebrewery.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Saltaire Brewery is a privately-held Yorkshire craft brewery founded in 2005 that brews and packages a portfolio of award-winning cask, keg, and bottled beers for direct-to-consumer e-commerce, UK supermarket retail, on-site taproom sales, and B2B contract brewing services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Beer Brewing

NAICS

Breweries (312120), Breweries (31212), Beer and Ale Merchant Wholesalers (424810), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224)

SIC

Malt Beverages (2082), Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Regional & National Breweries (THAFALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Alcoholic Beverage Tours & On-site Experiences (Brewery/Winery/Distillery) (THAFALAK), Beer, Brewery & Craft Beverage Tastings (THAJAGAE), Bulk / Private Label Alcohol Production & Brands (CRADAIAJ)

Keywords

• Craft beer production
• Contract brewing services
• Brewery tours and events
• Bottled beer subscription
• UK supermarket beer supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Shipley

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Beer Sales: Direct-to-consumer sales of own-crafted beers through e-commerce website and taproom. Products sold in bottles (8x500ml), cans, and keg formats. Subscription model available with recurring orders and 15% discount.
2. Retail Distribution: Supply to major UK supermarket chains (Asda, Booths, Co-op, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Tesco) for retail shelf placement.
3. Contract Brewing & Packaging: B2B services brewing and packaging beers for other breweries. Volume from 6,000L to 60,000L. Services include recipe design, brewing, and packaging in bottle, keg and cask formats.
4. Events & Private Hire: Venue hire for private events, weddings, corporate events in the Brewhouse building. Minimum £1,000 bar spend required, £100 deposit to secure dates.
5. Brewery Tours: Guided tours of the brewhouse with tasting flight in the Taproom, lasting approximately 1.5 hours.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Saltaire Brewery is an independent Yorkshire craft brewery that produces and sells a portfolio of award-winning bottled, canned, and kegged beers through its own e-commerce site, taproom, and UK supermarket distribution. It also offers contract brewing and packaging services to other breweries, runs brewery tours and a private-hire venue, and operates a recurring beer subscription with 15% off.

Product overview

Saltaire Brewery is a Yorkshire-based independent brewery producing a portfolio of award-winning beers since 2005. The core product offering consists of ten signature beer brands spanning pale ales (Blonde, Cascade, Citra, South Island, Golden Boot), lagers (Premium Yorkshire Lager), IPAs (Unity, BBNo5), bitters (Titus), and stouts (Triple Chocolate). The company operates a vertically integrated model combining direct-to-consumer retail through its e-commerce platform and Taproom with B2B services including contract brewing and packaging. Recent expansion through the acquisition of Keystone Brewing Group assets (Black Sheep, Fourpure, Purity brands) has broadened the portfolio. Supporting services include brewery tours, private hire events, and branded merchandise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Saltaire Blonde Ale (4%) Signature blonde ale balancing soft malt flavours with subtle spice from Bohemian Saaz hops; light, refreshing pale straw-coloured ale sold in 8x500ml cases.
• Golden Boot Fresh and Zesty Pale Ale (4.8%) Limited edition pale ale with crisp, refreshing character, bright citrus notes, subtle orange peel, gentle spice and easy-drinking finish.
• Cascade American Pale Ale (4.8%) Classic pale ale packed with iconic Cascade hops featuring punchy citrus and bitterness; bright, rich pale appearance with pink grapefruit aroma.
• Raspberry Blonde Ale (4%) Refreshing blonde ale delicately infused with natural raspberry flavours offering a subtle fruity twist; pale straw with soft pink hue.
• Citra Pale Ale (4.2%) Fruity pale ale letting the celebrated Citra hop showcase zesty, punchy citrus character; clean pale appearance with fresh citrus aroma.
• Saltaire Premium Yorkshire Lager (4%) Bright, golden Yorkshire lager brewed with Saaz hops for a crisp, dry finish and a hint of spice; pale gold, clear with a lasting white head.
• Unity American IPA (6%) Full-flavoured American IPA with rich malt, fruity hops, and resinous kick; clean copper appearance with rich malty alcohol and tropical fruit on the nose.
• Titus Yorkshire Bitter (3.9%) Classic Yorkshire bitter with sharp citrus twist and clean, no-nonsense character; rich amber appearance with sweet, malty caramel aroma.
• South Island Pale Ale (3.4%) Lightweight session ale featuring subtle fruitiness from Nelson Sauvin hops; light pale and crystal clear with a touch of malt sweetness and white grape.
• Triple Chocolate Stout (4.8%) Internationally praised dark stout blending English Fuggle hops with rich chocolate decadence; thick and black with dense caramel head and chocolate aroma.
• Northern Light Citra Pale (0.5%) Low-alcohol pale ale delivering full flavour at 0.5% ABV; light, crisp, and refreshing with subtle citrus notes, gentle bitterness, and a clean balanced finish.
• BBNo5 Citra Mosaic IPA (6.2%) Guest beer of the month featuring a naturally hazy IPA brewed with Citra and Mosaic hops; notes of juicy mango, pine and citrus with a vibrant tropical fruit, soft, rounded full-bodied profile.
• Contract Brewing and Packaging Services Full-service B2B contract brewing including recipe design, brewing, and packaging into bottle, keg and cask formats. SALSA Plus Beer accredited, HMRC-licensed for duty suspense, with volumes from 6,000L to 60,000L; serves other breweries and beverage companies.
• Brewery Tours Guided behind-the-scenes brewery tours lasting approximately 1.5 hours, including access to brewhouse, racking hall, bottling plant, and a tasting flight in the Taproom.
• Private Hire (The Brewhouse) Event venue hire in the historic Brewhouse building (part of an old tram generating station) suitable for weddings, corporate events, parties and meetings, with capacity up to 150 guests and a £1,000 minimum bar spend.
• Taproom On-site bar and retail space featuring six hand pulls and eight keg lines serving fresh brewery beers; dog-friendly venue located next to the Leeds Liverpool Canal.
• Mixed Cases Curated selection boxes including the Classic Mixed Case and Pale Mixed Case featuring handpicked combinations of brewery favourites.
• Saltaire Brewery Pint Glass Branded pint glass merchandise for beer enthusiasts.
• Bar Blade Bottle Opener Stainless steel bar blade bottle opener with brewery branding.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5 million+ pints produced annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered major and minor.

• Keystone Brewing GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 January 2026Pre-pack sale from FRP Advisory transferred Keystone Brewing Group assets to Saltaire Brewery, including Black Sheep, Fourpure, and Purity brands. Safeguarded approximately 150 jobs and continued operations at Warwickshire and Yorkshire sites.
• Rudgate Brewery LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContract packaging customer using Saltaire's brewing and packaging services. Testimonial praising quality control, process, final packaging and communication.
• Bristol Beer FactoryminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContract packaging customer using Saltaire's services. Testimonial praising quality and service of contract packaging operations.
• FRP AdvisoryminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerJoint administrators appointed to Keystone Brewing Group who facilitated the pre-pack sale to Saltaire Brewery, safeguarding jobs and business continuity.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Greene King: One of the UK's largest integrated pub retailers and brewers, with national ale distribution and a heritage portfolio including Abbot Ale. Larger incumbent offering overlapping craft/regional ale competition.
• Marston's: Major UK regional brewer with national supermarket and on-trade distribution across multiple owned and acquired ale brands. Broader incumbent competitor with overlapping SKU portfolio but at significantly greater scale.

Direct peers

• BrewDog: Largest UK-owned craft brewery with extensive supermarket distribution, DTC e-commerce, subscription, bar/taproom, and international export. Most directly comparable on multi-channel craft strategy and product portfolio breadth.
• Theakston: Historic Yorkshire brewery (Old Peculier) with regional distribution, on-trade presence, and heritage brand positioning. Comparable on Yorkshire provenance, traditional ale focus, and regional supermarket relationships.
• Marble Beers: Manchester-based independent craft brewery with taproom, regional distribution, and award-winning portfolio. Comparable on independent craft scale, on-site hospitality, and regional UK supermarket presence.
• Wadworth: Independent family-owned regional brewer (Devizes, Wiltshire) with multi-channel UK distribution, pub estate, and own-brand ale portfolio. Comparable on independent family brewer model and regional UK supermarket strategy.
• Timothy Taylor: Yorkshire-based regional family brewer with heritage positioning, on-trade and supermarket distribution, and award-winning ale portfolio. Highly comparable on regional provenance and traditional Yorkshire craft brand equity.
• Adnams: Suffolk-based regional brewery with diversified portfolio (beer, spirits, hotels, retail), supermarket listings, and DTC channels. Comparable on regional heritage brewer model with multi-channel distribution and brand-extension strategy.
• Innis & Gunn: Scottish craft brewery with supermarket distribution, DTC e-commerce, and pub/bar partnerships across the UK. Comparable on craft positioning, retail-led GTM, and portfolio of premium ales.
• Camden Town Brewery: London-based independent craft brewery with comparable national UK supermarket presence, DTC e-commerce, taproom, and contract production capabilities. Direct competitor in the UK premium/craft segment with overlapping channels and customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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