Organisation: SIBA Beerflex
Location: United Kingdom
Commercial Reach: Over 2,300 Pubs & Retail Outlets
Opportunity Status: Brewery Applications Available
Opportunity Type: Beer Supply, Distribution & Wholesale
Opportunity Overview
The Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIBA) operates Beerflex, a national beer distribution scheme that helps independent British breweries supply major pub companies and retail outlets.
The scheme purchases more than 3,500 draught and bottled beers from approximately 400 participating breweries, providing access to customers that smaller producers might otherwise find difficult to reach.
Participating pub operators include Greene King, Admiral Taverns, Punch Pubs, Star Pubs & Bars and Fuller’s.
Potential Business Opportunities
The scheme could create opportunities for independent breweries looking to:
- Supply beer to national pub groups
- Secure new wholesale customers
- Expand distribution beyond their local area
- Increase draught and packaged beer sales
- Build relationships with pub operators
- Develop additional routes to market
How to Get Involved
SIBA Beerflex is available to existing SIBA Brewing Members, with a separate application required to participate in the scheme.
Breweries must also be enrolled in SIBA’s Food Safety and Quality scheme or hold an accepted alternative certification, such as SALSA or BRC.
Interested breweries can contact SIBA to request details of the application process and participation requirements.
View SIBA Beerflex Opportunities
Opportunity Status: Established distribution scheme accepting brewery enquiries and applications. Participation is subject to eligibility and approval.