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BrewDog’s Gold Can competition is back

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Limited edition gold cans will be hidden in packs of BrewDog beer and those who find them will win £5,000 plus a gold-plated memento. James Watt, co-founder and CEO of BrewDog, said: “The cans might – admittedly this time – not be pure gold, but the prize is still solid. Craft beer lovers can hunt …

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