Carlow Brewing Company expands with purchase of Craigies Cider

The company which operates the O’Hara’s craft beer range is targeting annual revenue growth of 25% on the back of extending its reach into the cider market via the acquisition of Wicklow company Craigies Cider.

It marks the first time the Carlow Brewing Company — which makes a stout and three beer varieties under the O’Hara’s brand, as well as the Falling Apple cider brand — has acquired a rival company.

The Craigies deal will allow Carlow/O’Hara’s to extend its product range and make its own cider. Currently Falling Apple is made by the Armagh Cider Company.