Reading’s Double Barrelled Brewery has welcomed Dave Tugwell to its board of directors in the newly-created role of sales director.
New sales director Dave Tugwell (left) with managing director Luci Clayton-Jones and operations director Mike Clayton-Jones
Dave brings with hime more than 15 years experience in the licensed drinks trade, most recently as sales director at Big Smoke Brew Co. He had previous roles at Orchard Pig cider, Wells & Youngs, and Wadworth Brewery.
“I am thrilled to be joining one of the best breweries in the UK to aid Luci, Mike, and their wonderful team to grow Double-Barrelled in the coming years,” said Dave.
“Having followed and admired the story and growth of Double-Barrelled since their inception, I’m excited to get stuck into the project and the opportunity to become a part of the exciting Double-Barrelled future.”
Co-founder and managing director, Luci Clayton, said: “We are delighted for Dave to be joining Double-Barrelled, bringing invaluable experience and sales strategy to our team.
“We are over the moon that Dave also sees the opportunity within Double-Barrelled, and also our core range, particularly Parka.!
Co-founder and operations director, Mike Clayton-Jones, added: “I couldn’t be more excited for the future of Double-Barrelled as we grow our team, and the introduction of Dave to the board of directors is absolutely the right fit for us as a business.
“His passion and experience combined offer us some fantastic opportunities in the immediate and long-term future.”
The brewery has grown rapidly over the past four years, and is targeting an additional 50% volume growth in 2023/24, increasing output to about 4,500hl, despite the challenging trading environment.
As well as frequent special and seasonal releases, growth has been primarily focused on Double-Barrelled’s two core beers, with the majority of increases in volume forcast to be based around Parka, a 4.5% ABV award-winning Citra dry-hopped pale ale.
