ShinDigger

The brewery develops its recipes on a pilot kit at its Manchester headquarters, then produces them at three partner breweries across the North-West of England, a model it calls shadow brewing. Beers leave production only lightly filtered, carry a hazy appearance, and are shipped shortly after packaging.

ShinDigger specialises in session beers and has released more than 40 beers since launch. Its alcohol-free output takes the same hop-forward pale ale style that defines the wider range. With a team of 12, the brewery produces 1.4 million pints per year and ranks among Manchester's largest, serving weeknight drinkers and those who want full beer character without the alcohol.