Sleeping Giant Brewing and Newark Brewing announced Tuesday that Sleeping Giant has submitted a Letter of Intent to merge with Newark Brewing Company Ltd.  Sleeping Giant CEO, Andrea Mulligan and Newark Brewing’s President, Griffin Data, agree that the merger will help both breweries achieve their goals of increased market share and help each other grow in an ever evolving craft beer landscape.  Both companies will continue to operate at their respective locations with a partnership geared towards distribution, sales and collaboration. 

Left: Andrea (Drea) Mulligan, CEO of Sleeping Giant Brewing Co. Ltd. Right: Griffin Data, President and Founder of Newark Brewing

“Sleeping Giant offers an amazing lineup of beers that are quite complementary to what we brew at Newark”, says President and Founder of Newark Brewing, Griffin Data.  “Both companies are very strong individually, but it is going to be extremely exciting seeing what we can accomplish together”.

“We are thrilled to be merging with Newark Brewing Company.  Two talented breweries with unique offerings of their own, will open the door for opportunities to create effective synergies, to scale and grow, and to increase market share. The opportunities will be endless to innovate and evolve” , says Drea Mulligan, CEO of Sleeping Giant Brewing Co. Ltd.   “Both organizations have an amazing set of core values and a team that shares the same dedication and passion as the founders”

Sleeping Giant was founded in 2012 by Andrea & Kyle Mulligan, who shared a passion for brewing and craft beer.   Sleeping Giant represents a commitment to brewing locally, utilizing Canadian ingredients and supporting their community.  A vast beer portfolio ensures there is something for everyone to enjoy when they visit Sleeping Giant. 

Newark Brewing was founded by Griffin Data in 2018.   Newark began as a contract brand before moving into their 10 000 square foot facility in 2022, complete with taproom, restaurant, retail store, beer garden and production brewery.  Quality, tradition & community are at the forefront of everything Newark does, with a focus on bringing high quality European style beers to the Canadian market.  

SOURCE: Newark Brewery (Press Release)
PHOTO CREDIT: Newark Brewery