A FAMILY BREWING ALLIANCE

Heritage, Collaboration, and Exceptional Beers for Your Bar

At Theakston, our heritage is built on partnerships — with our customers, our suppliers, and the communities we serve. But for the first time in our long history, we’ve extended that spirit of collaboration to include partnerships with other brewers who share our values. That’s why we’re proud to have formed a Family Brewing Alliance with two like-minded, family-owned breweries: Royal Swinkels and Brennan’s Brewery.

Together, we’re bringing a wider choice of exceptional, beers to pubs and bars across the UK — helping our customers grow their businesses while giving drinkers the chance to enjoy beers brewed with authenticity, character, and care. Because when families like ours come together, everyone benefits — and the beer tastes all the better for it.

In partnership with Royal Swinkels

Our collaboration with Royal Swinkels, one of Europe’s most respected independent family brewers, brings a selection of world-renowned beers to the Theakston trade portfolio. From the crisp, continental character of Bavaria Pilsner to the distinctive amber depth of La Trappe Trappist Ales, these beers complement our own range of Yorkshire-brewed favourites — offering pubs, bars, and venues a versatile and
compelling line-up that suits every occasion and taste.

Bavaria – One of the Netherlands’ oldest breweries, dating back to 1719, and the flagship brand of Royal Swinkels. Its crisp, well-balanced pilsners are enjoyed in over 120 countries worldwide.

Fruitage – Brewed by Rodenbach, pioneers of oak‑aged Belgian red ales since 1821. Fruitage combines two‑year‑old foeder‑aged beer with young ale and real cherry juice. The result is a bright, refreshing beer that balances lively fruit flavours with subtle barrel-aged complexity. Perfect for customers seeking something both distinctive and drinkable.

Uiltje – A bold Dutch craft brewery known for its hop-forward, mayhem filled beers that combine exceptional quality with playful creativity.

La Trappe – The only Trappist brewery in the Netherlands and one of just a handful worldwide. La Trappe’s revered ales — brewed within the walls of Koningshoeven Abbey since 1884 embody centuries of monastic brewing tradition and craftsmanship.

Representing Brennan’s Irish Stout

We are equally delighted to act as the exclusive UK sales and distribution partner for Brennan’s Irish Stout — a beer inspired by the proud traditions of Ireland’s great brewing heritage.

From the heart of County Wexford, this exceptional stout captures the essence of true Irish craftsmanship. Smooth, balanced, and full of character, Brennan’s Irish Stout combines roasted barley richness with gentle hop bitterness and a creamy finish that invites another sip.

Much like Theakston, Brennan’s is a family brewery built on integrity, passion, and pride in doing things the right way. That shared philosophy makes this partnership a natural fit — one family brewer representing another, united by a commitment to quality and authenticity.

For our trade customers, Brennan’s offers a distinctive and genuine Irish stout that sits comfortably alongside our own range of Theakston ales and stouts — broadening your bar’s offering with a beer of genuine provenance and wide appeal.

Together, we’re bringing the best of both brewing traditions — Yorkshire and Irish— to pubs across the UK.

A Complete Trade Portfolio

Together, these collaborations mean our customers can access an exceptional range of beers. Whether you’re looking to expand your beer range, introduce something distinctive to your bar, or simply rely on quality and consistency, Theakston’s extended portfolio delivers the best of brewing craftsmanship, all backed by our renowned service and support.