Double-Barrelled Brewery has secured a £200,000 Thames Valley Berkshire expansion loan from The FSE Group to support its next stage of growth.
Founded in 2018 by husband-and-wife team Luci and Mike Clayton-Jones (pictured), Double-Barrelled Brewery has grown from a small-scale brewing operation into an established craft brewery and taproom in Reading.
The company produces a range of award-winning beers, and limited-edition seasonal releases. It supplies customers across the UK through its taproom, online store, wholesale partners, and major retailers.
The funding will allow investment in sales and marketing activity, and new equipment, helping Double-Barrelled increase production capacity and create new jobs as demand for its beers continues to grow.
“We have invested everything into building Double-Barrelled over the past eight years and are incredibly proud of how far the business has come,” said Luci. “From brewing our first beers at home to supplying customers across the UK, we’ve always focused on creating great beer and building a community around the brand.
Mike added: “This funding gives us the opportunity to invest in the people, equipment, and marketing needed to take the next step. We see significant opportunities to grow our retail and wholesale presence, with this funding both unlocking new national listings and supporting existing ones, and we look forward to working with FSE as we continue this journey.”
Rob Hillary, investment manager at The FSE Group, said: “Double-Barrelled Brewery is a fantastic example of an ambitious founder-led business that has built a strong brand and loyal customer following over many years.
Luci and Mike have created a business with real momentum, supported by national retail listings, a successful taproom, and a clear strategy for future growth. We’re pleased to support the team as they continue to grow the business and create jobs in the region.”
