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The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is pleased to announce that Allagash Brewing Company of Portland, Maine, is the recipient of the second annual NBWA Brewer Partner of the Year Award. The award was presented today during the general session of NBWA’s 79th Annual Convention, taking place September 25 – 28 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago in Chicago, Illinois.

Long Trail Brewing Company’s family tree is branching out with the release of Citrus Limbo IPA. Inspired by its mouthwatering older brother, Citrus Limbo IPA (7.6% ABV, 80 IBU) is a grapefruit- and tangerine-infused India pale ale that adds an extra kick to the passionfruit flavors of Limbo IPA.

Elysian Brewing Company announced today the release of a limited saison new to package, Saison Elysee. The brew was first debuted in 2003 with a limited, draft-only offering at Elysian’s Capitol Hill brewpub.

Pils World! Party time! Excellent! Ska Brewing announces the release of its highly anticipated new pilsner, making its debut just in time for the Great American Beer Festival. Crisp and clean, this new American Pilsner showcases Ska’s twist on its classic German heritage.

Victory Brewing Company (Victory) introduces Selene Saison as the celestial sister to Victory’s Helios Ale. Selene Saison is a wild-fermented farmhouse-style dark saison brewed with extra delicious darkness. Available September 1, while supplies last, Selene’s outstanding combination of malts, hops and yeast culminate into a 7.5% ABV that’s sure to satisfy any seasoned Saison lover. Step into a crisp, new season with a victorious blend of chocolate and roasty flavors meeting the tip of your tongue.

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) today announced the appointment of Charlie Mooney, a 37-year agency veteran who has been instrumental in implementing changes to the agency throughout his career, as PLCB Executive Director, effective Nov. 5.

Heavy Seas Beer is excited to announce the release of 21, an anniversary ale to celebrate the brewery’s 21st year of brewing craft beer in Baltimore. This Imperial Rye ESB aged in local Sagamore Spirit rye whiskey barrels, will be released in early December within the “Uncharted Waters” Series.

Tomorrow, Sebago Brewing Co. will release Bonfire Rye Ale, the brewery’s hoppy fall seasonal that boasts earthy, piney flavors. First brewed in 2013, with the intention of being unique among other fall seasonal beers, Bonfire uses a combination of malts with the addition of American hops that are meant to enhance the flavors associated with the Pine Tree State.

As the leaves begin to turn, Portland Brewing and the Oregon Brew Crew launch another collaboration beer — Alex’s Red Rye IPA. The second in their Home Brewer’s Series, this fall brew is a seasonal you’ll want to enjoy year-round.

Hi-Wire Brewing’s Hop Circus Experimental IPA Series was created to push the boundaries of what has become to be expected from HiWire, which is known for creating balanced and approachable ales and lagers. Each beer in this rotating series highlights a different combination of hops and malts to create one-of-a-kind IPAs.

Wayfinder Beer, Portland’s long-anticipated, lager-focused brewery and restaurant, is opening its doors on October 1st, 2016.

Heavy Seas Beer’s fall/winter seasonal is about to make it’s triumphal return! “It was our first international gold medal winning beer,” says brewery Founder, Hugh Sisson. “And I’m not supposed to say it, but I think it may be my favorite beer!”

King of Prussia Beerfest Royale is thrilled to announce that Weyerbacher Brewing will be releasing its first-ever French Saison exclusively for and at Beerfest Royale 2016! Named by event organizers, King of Prussia District (KOP-BID), Noah Better Beer will only be released and available for tasting at Beerfest Royale on October 6 and 8, 2016.

Rescue Remedy Pacific Ale, a crisp and refreshing golden ale dry-hopped with New Zealand grown Wakatu hops, is the collaborative effort of Ghostfish Brewing and ECPR.