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WestRock Releases Paper-Based CanCollar

Created by WestRock, a global paper and packaging provider, CanCollar is a durable, environmentally friendly, paperboard-based multi-pack solution for cans.

Stone Brewing Co-Founder Apologizes for Misogynistic Tweets

Stone Brewing Co-Founder Apologizes for Misogynistic Tweets

The co-founder and chairman of Stone Brewing Company issued a public apology today after an employee with access to the company’s “Arrogant Bastard” Twitter account sent an “inappropriate” tweet on Wednesday. The since-deleted message, sent on the eve of Women’s History Month, contained sexual innuendos that some Twitter users described as “tone deaf” and said promoted rape culture.

Good Nature Brewing Releases Second New England IPA

The Rotation Nation II release is this Friday, March 2nd, with cans for sale and draft at the Farm Brewery at 11:30am and draft at the Broad Street Tap Room at 3pm.

Brew Hub Opens St. Louis Taproom

Brew Hub announced the opening of the Brew Hub Taproom at 5656 Oakland Avenue in the City of St. Louis.

President Trump’s Aluminum Tariff Would Harm Beer Industry, Stakeholders Say

President Trump’s Aluminum Tariff Would Harm Beer Industry, Stakeholders Say

In a move that would have wide-ranging effects on the beer industry, President Donald Trump yesterday announced plans to implement a 10 percent tariff on imported aluminum. The move comes weeks after the Commerce Department recommended tariffs on aluminum and steel as a national security precaution, citing the nation’s inability to build military weapons without foreign steel and aluminum.

Dogfish Head Distribution Rights Sold in Massachusetts

Dogfish Head Distribution Rights Sold in Massachusetts

Less than a month after Dogfish Head switched distributors in Illinois, the Delaware-based craft brewery has altered its route to market in Massachusetts. Previously distributed by Atlantic Beverage Distributors, the Dogfish Head brands will now be sold throughout Massachusetts by five MillerCoors wholesalers

Braxton Brewing to Release Tool Box Variety Pack

Braxton Brewing Company is releasing a variety pack. This “Tool Box” will celebrate the brewing company’s flagship styles alongside the innovation of their second facility, Braxton Labs. The 12-pack of 12 oz. cans will feature three Storm Golden Cream Ales, three Revamp IPAs, three Twisted Bit Dortmunder Lagers and three of an exclusive, pack-only Braxton Labs beer.

DuClaw Brewing Expands Distribution to Indiana

DuClaw Brewing Company of Baltimore announces a partnership with Cavalier Distributing for distribution in Indiana. Bars, restaurants, and retailers in the state will begin stocking, and pouring DuClaw’s unique lineup of brews next week.

Reformation Brewery to Rerelease Sabine the Seeker Saison

Available on draft and in 12 oz. cans in Reformation’s Keeping Room and across the Georgia market starting the first week of March, Sabine the Seeker (5.1 percent ABV) returns to the market after a popular limited release last year, with a new, updated recipe.

Aviator Brewing Company to Release Magic Vision

Aviator BrewingCompany, one of the premier craft breweries in North Carolina, launches its latest new product called Magic Visions on March 2nd. Magic Visions is an herb and spice infused ale that brings together a unique combination of flavors resulting in a perfectly crafted ale product.