Rupee Indian Beer Enters Trader Joe’s
Rupee Beer, the first Indian-inspired beer to bridge the gap between world cuisine and craft brewing, announces its entry into the American chain, Trader Joe’s.
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San Diego’s ReBru Spirits Releases Hard Lemon Iced Tea ‘Longball’
Barrio Logan’s ReBru Spirits has released Longball, a hard lemon iced tea libation that is available at bars, restaurants, and retail outlets throughout San Diego County via Scout Distribution. ReBru founder Dennis O’Connor and Longball CEO Kerin Sovern made the announcement.
Boston Beer Company Shipments -3.8%, Depletions -5% in 2022; Net Revenue Tops $2.09 Billion
For the full fiscal year, Boston Beer shipped 8.2 million barrels to wholesalers, marking a -3.8% decline compared to 2021. Depletions (shipments to retailers) also declined by -5%.
Cheerwine and NoDa Brewing Company Introduce Cheerwine Ale
Two of North Carolina’s most popular family-owned beverage companies are giving Carolinians something to ‘cheer’ about as Cheerwine Ale hits retailers’ shelves now.
Brewery Management Software Sets Loose Ends Brewing Up for Growth in 2023
Family-run Loose Ends Brewing Company is now using leading brewery management software Ekos to manage growth and begin distributing in their home state of Ohio.
Athletic Brewing Valuation Just Under $500 Million, Per Forbes Profile
Fast-growing non-alcoholic beer maker Athletic Brewing’s valuation is at just under $500 million, according to a Forbes profile released today.
The Mint 400 Announces New Beer Partnership With Belching Beaver Brewery
The Mint 400 is proud to announce its new partnership with Southern California independent brewing powerhouse, Belching Beaver Brewery.
Japas Cervejaria Partners with Culture Beverage to Distribute into Colorado
Colorado craft beer drinkers now have the opportunity to try beer from Japas Cervejaria, a woman-run Japanese-Brazilian brewery that’s based in Brazil. Starting this month, Japas beer will be available in the Front Range from Colorado Springs to Fort Collins; additionally the beer will soon be available near the I-70 corridor and the Roaring Fork Valley.
PRESS Premium Alcohol Seltzer Introduces New Synergy Pack: Watermelon Sea Salt, Peach Rosemary, Dragonfruit Lotus, and Guava Rhubarb
Despite recent declines in the seltzer category, PRESS Premium Alcohol Seltzer builds on outperforming sales and steady retail growth with the release of four new fruit-floral-spice flavors in its 2023 Synergy Variety 12-pack.
Stable Craft Brewing Announces February 2023 Calendar Of Events
Launch Party for New Flagship Stable Craft Amber Lager Beer, Valentine’s Day Champagne Dinner, Sumptuous Food, Live Music, Heated Igloos, Fun Events and Relaxing Atmosphere!
Boston Beer to Refresh Truly Hard Seltzer Strategy with New Packaging, Ad Campaign
Boston Beer is hitting the reset button with Truly Hard Seltzer in an effort to reverse the brand’s negative trends. Ahead of today’s Q4 and full-year earnings report, Boston Beer announced it would release new packaging, a new advertising campaign and communicate “clearer messaging” for Truly this spring as the company looks to grow Truly’s share and hold the No. 2 position in the segment behind White Claw.
Riverbend Malt House Publishes Record Numbers and Esteemed Recognitions in 2022 Year In Review
ASHEVILLE, NC — 2022 was a monumental year for Riverbend Malt House that included a 50 percent capacity increase, and deeper agricultural and environmental commitments than ever before. The malthouse was honored with a prestigious Malt Cup award for malt quality, and named one of Inc. 5000’s fastest growing private companies— among many other milestones…. Read more »
ButcherJoseph Advised Brewing Science Institute on a Sale to Its Employees
ButcherJoseph & Co. (“ButcherJoseph”) served as exclusive financial advisor to Brewing Science Institute (“BSI” or the “Company”) on its sale to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Established in 1996, BSI is located 8,500 feet in elevation in the scenic foothills of Pikes Peak and helps professional brewers achieve optimal brewing results. The transaction closed in January 2023.
Bale Breaker’s Frenz Collaboration Series: Bigger and Better Than Ever in 2023
Bale Breaker Brewing Company, a family-owned brewery located in the beautiful Yakima Valley, is excited to announce the lineup for 2023’s Frenz Collaboration Series. First up, releasing on February 10th, is a collaboration with long-time friends and mentors, Georgetown Brewing.