Second Best targets two London sites as part of 2027 expansion
James Watt has confirmed that Second Best is pursuing sites in London, Manchester and Scotland to form an initial five-bar estate. The venues are being sought at 150 to 250 square metres, with talks already under way for two potential locations. Offers have been made on two properties, one in London and one in Scotland, and all being well a deal for at least one site could be concluded within four weeks. Second Best has also bought brewing equipment from BrewDog Tower Hill, now in storage while it searches for a new brewery location; Watt notes the brewhouse was bought twice. The range under development includes a 5.4% export helles, a 5.6% India pale ale and a quarterly 7.5% West Coast double IPA, with about 10 draughts per bar, all tanks-served and typically under four weeks old. There are no plans for cask beer. The company plans to pay staff the real living wage, share profits with employees and offer shareholder benefits, inviting them to help shape beer selection, food and bar design. The brand's earlier launch offered former BrewDog Equity Punks the chance to claim shares. Source: The Morning Advertiser
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