Robert Cain (brewer)

Robert Cain (brewer)

Robert Cain was a prominent Irish brewer who founded the Cain's Brewery in Liverpool, England. Born in 1826, Cain started his brewing business in 1850 and quickly became one of the most successful brewers in the region.

Early Life

Robert Cain was born in County Cork, Ireland in 1826. He migrated to Liverpool in 1842, where he initially worked as a barber. However, he soon ventured into the brewing business, purchasing a small brewery on Limekiln Lane in Vauxhall.

Cain's Brewery

In 1858, Cain purchased a larger brewery on Stanhope Street, which would later become the famous Cain's Brewery. The brewery quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality ale and porter, and by the 1880s, it was one of the largest breweries in the North of England.

Expansion and Success

Cain continued to expand his business, acquiring several other breweries in the Liverpool area. By the time of his death in 1907, Cain's Brewery was a major player in the British brewing industry, with over 200 pubs across the country.

Legacy

Robert Cain's legacy continues to this day, with Cain's Brewery still operating in Liverpool. The brewery is now a popular tourist attraction, offering tours and tastings of its traditional ales and porters.

See Also

• List of breweries in England
• History of beer
• Beer in England

External Links

• Official website of Cain's Brewery