Bottles of Lost Planet First Lager & Punk IPA beers, from controversial brewer, Brewdog, Balmacassie Industrial Estate, Ellon, Aberdeen, UK, AB41 8BX

BrewDog is a multinational brewery and pub chain based in Ellon, Scotland. With production of over 800, 000 hectolitres, BrewDog claims to be the "#1 Craft Brewer in Europe". It was founded in 2007 by James Watt and Martin Dickie, who together own 46% of the company. The company has been involved in a number of controversies. These have focused on its treatment of employees, its use of unethical business practices, and hypocrisy in regards to its anti-establishment branding. BrewDog produces various types of ales and lagers, and several kinds of spirits product. History BrewDog's Hardcore IPA BrewDog was founded in Fraserburgh in 2007 by James Watt and Martin Dickie. Dickie had previously worked at Thornbridge Brewery, where he helped develop their flagship beer Jaipur. In 2009, BrewDog purchased its first bar, in nearby Aberdeen. At the end of 2018, the company and its franchisees operated 78 bars worldwide BrewDog's provocative marketing has been a key aspect of its business, and has gained it substantial international coverage