Bucanero S.A. Brewery in Holguín has launched a new production line for beer barrels, aiming to boost the brand's output and distribution in the tourism, gastronomic, and non-state sectors.
The new line, alongside an existing one, will enable the brewery to produce up to 470,000 hectoliters annually (approximately five million cases of beer) in the upcoming year. This investment, the largest in the factory in the past two decades, focuses on 30-liter barrels.
Erick Williams Abreu, the General Director of Bucanero S.A., told ACN that this development will enhance the consumer experience by allowing multiple brands like Cristal, Cristal Extra, and Bucanero to be offered simultaneously in restaurants, bars, and hotels, utilizing dual-draft and tabletop dispensers.
Additionally, investments are being made in glassware, refrigeration equipment, trays, and dispensers, with plans to install 1,800 such units by 2025, 863 of which will be allocated to the tourism sector.
The director did not mention whether these improvements would lead to lower prices, as domestic beer remains scarce in the country and is currently more expensive than imported options.
Bucanero S.A.'s portfolio includes beers such as Cacique, Mayabe, Cristal, Bucanero, and Bucanero Malt, along with premium products like Bucanero Max, Cristal Extra, and Perla Negra Malt.
Key Insights on Bucanero S.A.'s New Production Line
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the new production line at Bucanero S.A. and its impact on the market.
What is the capacity of the new production line at Bucanero S.A.?
The new production line, combined with an existing one, can produce up to 470,000 hectoliters annually, roughly equivalent to five million cases of beer.
Which brands will benefit from the new production line?
The new production line will allow for the simultaneous offering of multiple brands, including Cristal, Cristal Extra, and Bucanero.
Will the new production line lead to lower beer prices?
The director did not specify if the improvements would result in lower prices. Currently, domestic beer is scarce and more expensive than imported varieties.