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Full Tilt Brewing Releases In Memory Of

FULL TILT BREWING is set to release their newest offering, “IN MEMORY OF…”; a 5.3% Pilsner benefiting the local non-profit, The Military Relief Fund of Maryland. This beer launch is open to the public.

Reuben’s Brews Set to Open New Brewery and Taproom

At noon on Saturday, May 9, Reuben’s Brews will open the doors to its new, larger brewery and taproom at 5010 14th Ave NW! The celebration will include special beers from the cellar, complimentary Reuben’s Brews bottle openers for the first 100 people, brewery tours and more. The Burgerphenia food truck will be onsite as well.

Carolina Brewing Inks Deal with Craft Central

Craft Central, a dedicated craft beer distributor based in central North Carolina, has begun distributing Carolina Brewing Company’s craft beers in the Triad region. Carolina Brewing Company, based in Holly Springs, NC, celebrates their 20th anniversary as they enter the Winston-Salem and Greensboro-area markets for the first time.

21st Amendment Expands to Southern California

21st Amendment Expands to Southern California

San Francisco’s 21st Amendment Brewery today announced it has inked a deal with Stone Distributing, the growing wholesale arm of Stone Brewing, to bring its beers to southern California later this month.

Harpoon Brewery Introduces New Year-Round Beer, Take 5 Session IPA

There are a lot things that we all have to do every day; Harpoon Take 5 Session IPA is brewed to celebrate the times we get to do the things we want to do. The Harpoon Brewery is pleased to introduce the newest member of their year-round lineup, Harpoon Take 5 Session IPA. With a 4.3% ABV and 43 IBUs, Harpoon Take 5 is meant for those spontaneous moments, meeting up with friends and taking a break for fun.

North Carolina Wholesaler Looks to Triple Craft Growth with New Division

North Carolina Wholesaler Looks to Triple Craft Growth with New Division

By now, you’ve no doubt heard the rallying cry for craft brands to capture 20 percent of the overall beer market by 2020, an impressive — yet seemingly attainable — goal for what could still, in many ways, be considered a fledgling industry. One MillerCoors-aligned beer wholesaler in North Carolina hopes that on its way to 20 percent market share, craft products will account for at least 30 percent of the company’s overall revenue.

Sin City Brewing Releases Maibock Seasonal

Las Vegas craft beer fanatics can experience a never-before-tasted seasonal from Sin City Brewing Co. as the local brewery debuts its first-ever Maibock draft May 5.

Unknown Brewing Launches Pre-Game Cans

With Summer just around the corner, The Unknown Brewing Company announced today the release of their second year round can, “Pre-game”. This beer is a 4.7 % session ale (meaning it is light and drinkable). This beer is golden with little bite and a clean dry finish.

Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream Hosts Chicago Small Business Speed Coaching Event

CHICAGO — Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream, a micro-lending and coaching program for small business owners working in food, beverage and craft brewing, announced it will host its regional Pitch Room competition and small business Speed Coaching event in Chicago on Monday, May 4th. The Brewing the American Dream Pitch Room, a national competition… Read more »

Heavy Seas Releases Latest in Desert Island Series

Heavy Seas Beer is pleased to introduce the third beer in its draft-only program, the Desert Island Series. This program features “one-off” releases of beers designed by individual members of the Heavy Seas brewing team. Each beer in the series will be limited to only 100 barrels available at select locations within Heavy Seas’ 18 state distribution footprint.

Indiana Governor Signs Bill Raising Brewery Production Limit

Indiana Governor Signs Bill Raising Brewery Production Limit

Indiana Gov. Mike Pence has signed into law a bill that triples the production cap on beer that breweries are allowed to sell within the state while preserving other retail and self-distribution privileges.

Creature Comforts to Release New Seasonal Beer

Attention IPA lovers: your new favorite beer has arrived. Athens, Georgia, brewery Creature Comforts Brewing Company will be releasing its new seasonal Double IPA, Cosmik Debris, to the Athens and Atlanta markets as soon as next week.