OUTLOOK IS BRIGHT FOR THWAITES AS NEW COLD STORE RECEIVES TOP INDUSTRY ACCOLADE

29.09.2011

As the country enjoys an unseasonable Indian summer, the sun has most certainly being shining at Lancashire- based brewer Daniel Thwaites, which has been awarded the distinguished Distributor Charter Award by Cask Marque following the installation of its new cold store.

Established to highlight best practice in the supply chain to ensure cask beer is stored and delivered in prime condition, the Cold Store based at the brewers distribution centre in Blackburn, scored an impressive 90 out of 100 to join an elite group of brewers and wholesalers recognised with the charter.

The independent inspection stringent criteria evaluated Thwaites cold store storage conditions assessing hygiene standards, stock rotation and temperature recordings. Procedures were also scrutinized including weekly stock take, goods inwards and health and safety requirements.

Annabel Smith, training manager at Cask Marque said: "Thwaites scored exceptionally high in the independent assessment. Depot manager, Brian Kinney and his team achieved the outstanding score by demonstrating that they consistently apply best practice in all areas of the cold store to ensure that the cask ale is in prime condition when it reaches the customer.

"The Distributor Charter Award is recognised across the industry as a stamp of guarantee that any beer distributed by Thwaites is in the perfect condition."

Thwaites production and distribution manager, Ian Bearpark commented: "Thwaites prides itself on using skill and care to craft beers of the highest quality. To be awarded the prestigious Distributor Charter Award is recognition for both the company and Brian and his team's hard work and commitment to provide the very best ales.

"This is further confirmation that we're providing our 350-strong estate, independent free trade and national wholesale network with the very best, quality beers."

The Cask Marque Trust is a non profit making organisation, limited by guarantee. The management committee is elected by members including representatives from trade bodies, consumer groups, brewers and retailers.