Tilray Brands Acquires BrewDog's US Operations

The purchase of BrewDog's American assets could impact the brand's central Ohio locations.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 7:34pm

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Tilray Brands, a cannabis company, has entered an agreement to purchase BrewDog's U.S. assets, including the brewery's highly visible presence in central Ohio and Las Vegas. The move raises questions about the future of BrewDog's operations in the region.

Why it matters

BrewDog has built a strong following in Ohio, with locations in Canal Winchester, New Albany, and other areas. The acquisition by Tilray Brands, a cannabis company, could signal a shift in the brewery's strategy and operations in the state.

The details

Under the terms of the deal, Tilray Brands will take over BrewDog's U.S. assets, including its central Ohio locations and a flagship brewpub on the Las Vegas Strip. The acquisition is part of Tilray's broader push to diversify its business beyond cannabis and into the beer and spirits market.

  • Tilray Brands entered an agreement to purchase BrewDog's U.S. assets on March 16, 2026.

The players

Tilray Brands

A cannabis company that has agreed to purchase BrewDog's U.S. assets, including its central Ohio and Las Vegas operations.

BrewDog

A Scottish brewery that has established a strong presence in central Ohio and Las Vegas, which is now being acquired by Tilray Brands.

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What’s next

The acquisition is expected to close in the coming months, and it remains to be seen how Tilray Brands will integrate BrewDog's operations into its own business strategy.

The takeaway

The purchase of BrewDog's U.S. assets by Tilray Brands, a cannabis company, signals a potential shift in the brewery's direction and could impact its central Ohio locations, which have built a strong local following.