--- title: "Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers — check charity number SC053600 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053600. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/chartered-institute-of-brewers-and-distillers-2 retrieved: 2026-08-18T21:00:34.133Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers is a registered charity (number SC053600) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers? Registered charity number SC053600 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Outwith Scotland ## What does Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers do? The objects for which the Company is hereby constituted are to advance education in the sciences of brewing, fermentation and distillation to the benefit of the public or a section thereof. ## What causes is Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=chartered-institute-of-brewers-and-distillers-2&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers a legitimate charity? Yes. Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053600) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers's charity number? Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers's charity number is SC053600. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053600? Search SC053600 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers do? The objects for which the Company is hereby constituted are to advance education in the sciences of brewing, fermentation and distillation to the benefit of the public or a section thereof. Does Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers? Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC053600).