CENTRE FOR
CRAFT BEVERAGE
INNOVATION
If you are a craft beverage maker looking for new insights that give you an edge, have an idea for your first innovative beverage, or looking to tell a story or celebrate with a uniquely crafted beverage
The CCBI can support you from Concept to Can!
OUR SERVICES
Whether you’re an established craft beverage producer aiming to enhance quality, consistency, and efficiency, or an entrepreneur bringing a new product to market, the challenges can be complex. How do you streamline production, reduce costs, and scale successfully? How do you create a beverage that stands out in a competitive industry? The Centre for Craft Beverage Innovation (CCBI) at Durham College provides the expertise, facilities, and resources to help you achieve your goals.
For over a decade, the CCBI has been a trusted partner for craft beverage makers, providing solutions for both existing businesses and new product innovators. Our team has helped breweries, cideries, and other beverage producers optimize production, improve consistency, and enhance profitability. At the same time, we’ve guided entrepreneurs in launching innovative craft beers, ciders, kombuchas, seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages.
From Concept to Can, the CCBI supports every step of the way!
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Insights
Gain actionable insights to make better decisions across your craft beverage operation. We support producers of beer, cider, wine, kombucha, seltzer, and more.
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Innovate
Have an idea for a new fermented or steeped craft beverage? We’ll help bring it to life.
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Celebrate
Turn your story into a signature craft beverage. Perfect for company milestones, weddings, anniversaries, and unforgettable guest gifts.
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Lab Testing
Need testing for your finished or in-process product? We provide reliable, high-quality analysis to support your production and quality control needs.
Book a Consultation
Contact Chris Gillis
Manager, Centre for Craft Beverage Innovation