A Cornish-based brewery is raising a glass to a new deal to supply Co-op stores across the county.

The Keltek Cornish Brewery, based in Redruth, is supplying four of its ales to 40 of the Co-op’s food stores across Cornwall from this month.

The award winning family-owned brewery – which started producing ale on a 2.5 barrel micro-brewery in 1997 - will see its Magik traditional bitter; Lance golden ale; Even Keel pale ale and, King - a premium bitter, listed with the Co-op.

In a series of celebrations, Keltek Brewery was last month awarded with the SALSA Plus beer standard accreditation – a national accreditation recognised by retailers, and became a Taste of the West Gold Award winner.

Richard Heath, Managing Director, Keltek Brewery: “The team is raising a glass to toast to new listings with the Co-op. With it operating at the heart of local communities and its support and strong reputation for local sourcing, supplying the Co-op will provide greater awareness and reach for our brand and, support our continuing development. We are delighted to have an opportunity to work with the Co-op, and are confident that our ales will prove popular with both residents and visitors alike in communities across Cornwall.”

Simon Dryell, Head of Local Sourcing, Co-op, added: “Locally sourced ale is an exciting category, one where we can see continued sustainable growth as shoppers seek quality local products which offer something different. The Co-op is committed to investing and, creating value, in its local communities. Our members and customers tell us that local produce is important to them, with provenance and trust as key. That is why the Co-op is committed to providing opportunities to showcase, celebrate and support great local products.”

For more information about Keltek Brewery, visit: http://keltekbrewery.co.uk/