The partnership will see Damm support Dalston’s Soda Co across production, distribution and commercial infrastructure to further Dalston’s growth across on-trade and off-trade channels.
The Accelerator Programme is designed to support fledgling beverage brands, drawing on Damm’s collective beverage and commercial expertise, with over 25 years’ experience making and distributing soft drinks in Spain.
“It’s a little mind-blowing to see Dalston’s make it from its bootstrapped origins to partnering with Damm,” says Duncan O’Brien, founder of Dalston’s Soda Co.
“They’re a superb ally for Dalston’s - we share a focus on producing great-tasting drinks, and a real respect for gastronomy, sustainability and the arts. It’s a huge vote of confidence in what we’ve built, and we’re thrilled at the growth potential that working with the Damm team brings.”
The move marks a further step in Damm’s journey to becoming a ‘total beverage company’, according to the brewer, and follows the acquisition of the Old Speckled Hen brands earlier this month.
“We are excited to welcome Dalston’s as our first soft drinks partner which is well aligned with Damm’s premium offering that centres around craftsmanship, excellent ingredients and outstanding quality,” says Luke White, managing director at Damm UK.
“We look forward to seeing Dalston’s flourish as we work together to help support its growth in the UK and beyond.”
Damm relaunched the Bedford brewery as the Damm Eagle Brewery in October 2025 with a hub for beyond beer innovation, following a £70m modernisation.