71 Brewing has acquired Bon Accord Soft Drinks.

The deal merges 71 Brewing’s expertise in craft beer with Bon Accord’s naturally sweetened, plant-based carbonated soft drinks.

Karen Knowles, founder of Bon Accord, said: “Now is the right time for this transition, we’ve had nine successful years of growth, building a brand founded by my great-great-grandfather in 1903, which places wellbeing and better-for-you drinks at the heart of everything we do.

“Partnering with 71 Brewing expands our operational capacity and allows us to scale, innovate and reach new audiences with even greater impact.”

Duncan Alexander, managing director of 71 Brewing, said: “Bon Accord’s ethos of craft and quality mirrors our own, and their premium soft drinks are a perfect complement to our beer portfolio.

“To

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