Safeguarding the Craft: New Insurance Solution from Partners& Backs Independent Breweries with Tailored Coverage

In a significant boost for the independent brewing industry, a new insurance solution has been launched, specifically crafted to meet the unique challenges faced by small and medium-sized breweries. Backed by global insurance giant AXA, this innovative policy goes the extra mile, offering a suite of protections that speak directly to the heart of brewing operations.

Key features include:

  • Product liability cover that extends to North America, a critical market for many UK-based craft breweries. This opens doors for international expansion with the peace of mind that certain legal and financial risks are mitigated.
  • Product recall cover up to £100,000, a crucial safety net in a sector where reputational damage from a faulty batch can have far-reaching consequences.
  • Cover up to £10,000 for bursting bottles or barrels—an often underestimated risk that has been recently highlighted in the press.

A notable aspect of the Partners& solution includes extended business interruption coverage to include yeast contamination, addressing a hazard that can bring production to a standstill. For breweries, where the integrity of the yeast strain is often the backbone of brand identity, this inclusion is a clear recognition of the nuanced risks these businesses face.

This new offering developed by the team at Partners& marks a refreshing shift toward insurance solutions that truly understand the operational realities of independent brewers. With AXA’s backing and a thoughtfully constructed policy structure, it’s a timely solution for an industry that continues to innovate—and needs insurance that can keep up.

As independent breweries grow in number and ambition, having comprehensive, industry-specific coverage isn’t just smart—it’s essential. This product offers not just financial protection, but crucially the confidence for brewers to maintain production and innovation.

For more information, reach out to Rebecca Merry, Managing Partner – Schemes (rebecca.merry@partnersand.com), or Neil Howie, Client Director (neil.howie@partnersand.com)

About Partners&

Partners& is an award winning, Chartered insurance broker providing high quality, seamless insurance, employee benefits, risk management and claims advice to businesses and private clients. As a next generation insurance advisory business, Partners& combines the best traditions of broking, such as technical advice and client service, with modern thinking and intelligent use of technology, to enhance the client experience and create a dynamic workplace for its talented team.

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