Distilleries and Breweries

Energy Solutions for Distillery & Brewery Industry

LPG is the smarter fuel to lift your spirits

From oil to coal to our more sustainable LPG which is also very efficient and cost-effective.

At Calor we know that your drink manufacturing business is energy intensive. We've been catering for such power requirements of many customers who have now made the switch from oil or coal to one of our sustainable fuel solutions which are also very efficient and cost-effective. 

Cleaner-burning and lower carbon, industrial LPG is an effective, tried-and-tested alternative to expensive, oil-based systems for businesses concerned about costs and eco credentials. 

Why switch from oil to LPG?

The benefits of converting from oil to gas

  • Increased energy efficiency
  • Significant drop in carbon emissions
  • Reduced maintenance costs
  • A well-established supply infrastructure

LPG installation

A quick and efficient installation

LPG systems can be a good option as they can be quickly installed. This gets off-grid distilleries up-and-running fast, meaning disruption to production is minimal and sites can benefit from the improved efficiencies and reduced carbon emissions straight away.
Metal connection at heavy industry plant

Benefits of LPG

  • Reduced carbon footprint

    Switching from oil to LPG could result in reduction of your CO2 emissions. Gas is also significantly lower in SOx and NOx emissions.

  • Keeps you compliant

    LPG keeps you compliant with environmental legislation such as the Medium Combustion Plant Directive (MCPD)* that limits the emission of pollutants from existing manufacturing plants by 2025.

  • Economical

    Our investment in gas storage facilities enables us to buy-forward our gas in vast quantities. This allows us to stabilise prices and offer fixed price deals to large customers.

  • Efficiency for the masses

    LPG is an extremely efficient fuel, ideal for distilleries and breweries which would require versatile power for steaming, boiling, sterilising and space heating, to name a few.

Why chose Calor?

Why chose Calor?

  • Tailored solutions and ongoing support

    If you choose to switch, we will project manage the changeover from start to finish. We can take care of everything and, once your system is up and running, we will continue to provide ongoing support.

  • Reliable delivery

    We've invested heavily in our infrastructure and operate the UK’s largest tanker fleet. Our Auto-ordering** system allows us to remotely monitor the contents of your gas tank, and schedule deliveries to ensure you never run out.

  • Experience and expertise

    We have over 85 years of gas storage and supply experience and our expertise is unrivalled in the industry.

  • Our safety commitment

    We are committed to continually improving the safety of our systems, equipment and resources. Our parent company, SHV Energy, continuously invests in the safety and reliability of our terminals. This means we can ensure a seamless service - now and well into the future.

Get in touch

If you would like to discuss switching to us, please get in touch using one of the options below

What our customers think

Seven Brothers beer glass and can

Seven Bro7hers Brewing Co

 “The building itself doesn’t have the services or infrastructure in place to support the supply of natural gas, which meant this wasn’t an option for us. Needing a fuel supply versatile enough to cope with all aspects of brewing, we then began scoping out alternatives. It has here where we got in touch with Calor, who were able to support our business through the supply of LPG.” Read the case study

Frequently asked questions

Tank spacing is subject  to each individual site and we offer tailored solutions to suit your needs. We will arrange a site visit and one of our experts will complete a free site survey and advise which solution would work best for your business. 
Yes, LPG can help you cut your carbon by 16% compared to oil***. At Calor, we have a commitment to offering 100% renewable energy to our customers by 2040.

* Medium Combustion Plant Directive (MCPD)


** A telemetry unit will need to be installed by Calor, for the purpose of enabling Calor to remotely measure the quantity of LPG contained within the bulk tank(s) and schedule deliveries accordingly. Subject to the telemetry unit being able to receive signal. Direct-debit payment plan required.


*** ‘LPG’s Carbon Footprint Relative to Other Fuels: A Scientific Review’ - Atlantic Consulting 2017.