Left Hand Collective acquires Longmont neighbor Bootstrap Brewing

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Left Hand Brewing Co. has added Bootstrap Brewing Co., its Longmont, Colorado neighbor, to the growing Left Hand Collective portfolio of local craft beer brands. The acquisition continues Left Hand's strategy of bringing more Longmont-based breweries under its umbrella.

Why it matters

The move solidifies Left Hand's position as a dominant force in the Longmont craft beer scene, where it has been headquartered since 1993. It also reflects the ongoing consolidation in the craft beer industry as larger players acquire smaller, local brands to expand their reach and market share.

The details

Left Hand Brewing, one of Colorado's oldest craft breweries, has been steadily building out its Left Hand Collective in recent years, adding other Longmont-based brands like Oskar Blues and Wibby Brewing. The acquisition of Bootstrap, which was founded in 2014, continues this strategy of bringing more local beer makers into the Left Hand fold.

• Left Hand Brewing Co. was founded in 1993 and has been headquartered in Longmont, Colorado since then.
• Bootstrap Brewing Co. was founded in 2014 and is also based in Longmont.

What’s next

The acquisition is expected to close in the coming weeks, further solidifying Left Hand's position in the Longmont craft beer market.