A craft brewery in Manchester has announced it is shutting down after almost ten years in operation to the disappointment of fans.
The owners behind Alphabet Brewing Company, which is based on North Western Street in Ardwick, announced their closure in a post on social media on Friday afternoon (April 14).
The brewery, which launched in 2014, was behind a number of hop and fruit-led session beers including the tropical IPA Juice Springsteen. In addition, their onsite taproom was open to visitors whilst the brewery ran private tours every month.
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In a statement, the brewery posted: “Today we have to announce the end of Alphabet Brewing Co. We’d like to thank everyone who drank a Juice Springsteen, popped down to the Taproom and supported us.
“We love you all for making our dreams of having an independent brewery in Manchester come true. Cheers, Team ABC.”
The announcement was met with upset from fans, who described it as ‘gutting’.
TV producer Ilona Burton posted: “Gutted, I love a Juice Springsteen. Sorry to hear this x”
@m19jeff said: “It’s fair to say you were one of the original brewtaps to open regular, had some top times down at your place, thanks for memories.”
@fraserswift wrote: “Bloody hell. Gutted for you, me, the city.” @hopheaddarrell said: “Sad to see you go. Hope you all find a good home elsewhere and keep on giving your beery goodness.”
Others in the industry also shared their sentiments about losing the brewery.
Audenshaw-based brewery Nico Ditch Brewing said: “No! This is terrible news. Absolutely gutted for everyone at Alphabet and wish all of you the best in future.”
Stockport pub Petersgate Tap wrote: “So gutted for you guys. Hope something pops up soon, stay strong.”
The Carlton Club’s Silent Disco Night account posted: “Aw man, so sad to hear this. Thanks for the good times guys.”
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