Braxton Brewing Company Releasing Summertrip Passionfruit Berliner Weisse in Cans
Beginning this week, Braxton Brewing Company’s popular summer seasonal — Summertrip — will be available in cans.
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World of Beer Announces 2017 ‘Drink It Intern’ Selections
World of Beer, Inc. (WOB), is excited to announce the selections for the company’s 2017 Drink It Intern program. Over 7,000 hopefuls applied during the nationwide submission for the chance to spend the summer traveling, capturing and sharing the stories of beer communities big and small. After a two-month nationwide search, the craft beer tavern chain is excited to introduce the Drink It Intern class of 2017
Craft Brew Alliance Launches New Kona Brewing ‘Dear Mainland’ Spots
At a time when Americans are leaving millions of unused vacation days on the table and spending more time in front of screens than ever before, Kona Brewing Company and the larger-than-life but laid back Hawaiian “Bruddahs” from the “Dear Mainland” campaign are back to playfully suggest that shifting our priorities might help us enjoy life more. In new digital videos that launch May 8, the Bruddahs humorously remind us to get out and have some real-life fun as they “review” a few of the ways we get stuck to our screens – whether to catch up on the latest reality television feud, crush a mobile game, or check out a viral cat-in-funny outfit video.
Construction on Anchor Brewing’s Planned Second Brewery Delayed Again
More than four years ago, Anchor Brewing announced plans to open a second brewery on San Francisco’s Pier 48 as part of the $1.6 billion Mission Rock Development project. But plans for the new facility have seemingly gone adrift and Anchor’s involvement in the redevelopment initiative is now in question.
Barrel House Z Releasing Jane Rae’s Amber Ale
Barrel House Z is proud to announce it’s 5th collaboration: Jane Rae’s, an amber ale brewed by Joe D’Auria.
Speakeasy Saved: San Francisco Brewery Purchased by Former Beer Distributor
Speakeasy Ales & Lagers has officially staved off extinction. Two months after announcing plans to cease brewing operations and ready for a sale, the San Francisco-based brewery today said former Horizon Beverage Company owner Cestra Butner, via the newly launched “Hunters Point Brewery” holding company, had acquired its brewing equipment assets and brands.
Avery Brewing Co. Releasing The Real Peel IPA
Avery Brewing Company, a Boulder-based craft brewery and maker of White Rascal Belgian-Style White Ale, is thrilled to announce the release of its tangerine IPA called The Real Peel IPA.
Beer Industry Whacks at Wicked Weed Deal
The fallout from Wicked Weed’s sale to Anheuser-Busch InBev is still being felt days after the transaction was announced. In the wake of the deal — which will require approval from the U.S. Department of Justice — at least 44 breweries announced they would no longer participate in Wicked Weed’s annual Funkatorium Invitational in Asheville on July 8.
Firestone Walker Launches Iowa Distribution
Firestone Walker Brewing Company and Johnson Brothers of Iowa today announced a new partnership that will initiate the distribution of Firestone Walker beers across Iowa starting in mid May.
Dogfish Head New Brewings & Eats to Open in Downtown Rehoboth
In celebration of twenty-two years sharing off-centered ales, wood-fired food, handcrafted spirits and original music,Dogfish Head Craft Brewery is excited to announce the opening of the newDogfish Head Brewings & Eats on Friday, May 19.
Gathering Place Brewing Hires Former Widmer Brothers Brewer Corey Blodgett
Gathering Place Brewing Company has hired Corey Blodgett to be the Head Brewer. Blodgett, a native of Waterford, WI, is an award-winning brewer with more than 14 years of brewing experience at craft breweries in the Pacific Northwest.
Nickel Brook Immodest IIPA Going to The Beer Store
Nickel Brook has announced that it will be listing its Immodest Imperial IPA for a limited time in 157 Beer Store locations.
Creature Comforts Releasing Tritonia Gose with Cucumber and Lime
Creature Comforts Brewing Company will release Tritonia with Cucumber and Lime in May. The beer will be available on draft early May in addition to being packaged in 12-ounce cans for the first time in late May.
Press Clips: Texas House Advances Taproom Bill; Georgia Governor Signs Direct Sales Bill into Law
In Monday’s edition of Press Clips: The Texas House advances taproom bill; Georgia governor signs direct sales bill into law; Miller Lite, Samuel Adams begin work with new ad agencies; and much more.