Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have added to their Wrexham empire by taking over the self-proclaimed oldest lager brewery in Britain. The actors, who already own Wrexham AFC, the North Wales city’s football club, announced that they have acquired a majority stake in Wrexham Lager. The brewery, founded in 1881, sponsors a stand at the club’s ground.
“As co-chairmen of Wrexham AFC, we have learned a lot,” Reynolds and McElhenney said in a statement. “The connection between club and community, the intricacies of the offsides rule and the occasional need for beer – especially after finance meetings. “Wrexham Lager has a 140-year-old recipe and a storied history, and we’re excited to help write its next chapter.
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