Sunrise Brewery Invests £100,000 Into Curious Brewery

Sunrise Beverages, which owns a portfolio of independent beer brands, has made a £100,000 investment into one of its breweries to enhance overall production capabilities and efficiencies.

Over the last four years, Sunrise has acquired a number of brands with the aim of growing them whilst preserving their unique identities. In its bid to build opportunities for its brands and streamline production, it has now revealed a sizeable investment into Curious Brewery in Ashford.

The £100,000 investment will enhance production capabilities at Curious Brewery, automating part of the packaging line and pasteuriser. The investment also includes the implementation of world-class manufacturing standards such as structured 5S management, which will allow the business to optimise the brewing process and continue to enhance quality assurance.

"Curious Brewery operates under the leadership of two Master Brewers, reinforcing our commitment to brewing excellence, quality control, and continuous improvement," explains Richard Mather, CEO at Sunrise Beverages. "Beyond the brewery itself, the Curious Taproom has also undergone a major transformation. In partnership with the exceptional team at Swan the Globe, the venue now offers a refined, chef-led menu and an elevated dining experience, further strengthening Ashford's position as a destination for premium food and drink."

The investment in Curious Brewery has been ongoing, beginning in late 2024 with the installation of a Flash Pasteuriser to allow for processing of Efes beer. This was followed this year by the purchase of a keg washer. "At Sunrise, our mission is to support and grow the legacy of the businesses we have acquired by investing in not only the facilities, but the people and their expertise too. This investment into Curious Brewery is part of an ongoing upgrade plan which will continue into 2026," adds Richard.

"It's an exciting time to work for Sunrise, which continues to grow and invest despite ever-increasing challenges within the drinks industry. While many small producers are closing down due to rising costs, Sunrise is choosing to improve equipment, infrastructure, and invest in team development," comments Wes Lynch, Head of Production at Curious Brewery.

Sunrise Beverages is an independent UK brewing group that owns and nurtures a portfolio of authentic premium beer brands, including Efes, Orion, St Peter's, Gipsy Hill, Curious, and Portobello.