Three Floyds Unleashes Bold West Coast-Style IPA, Turbo Reaper
Three Floyds Brewing, known for their boundary-pushing craft beers, have launched Turbo Reaper – the brewery’s inaugural year-round West Coast IPA offering.
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Beer Purchasers’ Index: February Marks ‘Another Month of Cautious Ordering’
Beer ordering improved slightly in February, but remains in contraction, according to the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) in the latest Beer Purchasers’ Index.
Old 121 Brewhouse 5th Anniversary
Old 121 Brewhouse is getting OLDE and will celebrate its 5th Anniversary on Saturday, March 23, with an all day celebration from 12 – 10 PM.
Allagash Releases New Seasonal Beer: Surf House
Award-winning Allagash Brewing Company is getting in the summer spirit with the release of their new seasonal beer, Surf House, which is rolling out across the brand’s entire 20-state distribution footprint.
A-B US Revenue -9.5% in 2023; Shipments -12.7%, Depletions -11.9%
Anheuser-Busch InBev (A-B) recorded double-digit shipments and depletions declines for its U.S. business in 2023, drawing to a close a tumultuous year for the company, A-B reported today.
Almanac and Breakthru Beverage Honor International Women’s Day
In the wake of an exceptionally prosperous 2023, marked by robust double-digit growth for Almanac, a widely recognized and extensively distributed brewery hailing from California, the Bay Area-based establishment has joined forces with Breakthru Beverage California to craft a distinctly special release in support of the Pink Boots Society and International Women’s Day.
Brewbound Podcast: 3 Up 3 Down with Stephanie Roatis and Mary Mills
3 Tier Beverages’ Mary Mills and Stephanie Roatis break down the early year data, including positive cider trends in convenience, non-alc trends, hard seltzer rationalization and much more. They also get into the growing trend of private label hard seltzer and whether anyone can break through the hard coffee curse.
Anheuser-Busch InBev and Teamsters Reach Tentative Agreement on New Contract
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters and Anheuser-Busch InBev (A-B) have reached a tentative agreement on a new five-year contract that the union said will raise pay, improve health care and retirement benefits and provide job security for its members at A-B’s U.S. 12 breweries, the Teamsters announced on social media Wednesday evening.
Schlafly Releases Throwing Shade Pack for Solar Eclipse
Schlafly Beer, the original, independent craft brewery in St. Louis, announces the release of its new spring variety pack, Throwing Shade, a sampler fit for the celestial celebrations of the spring solar eclipse on Monday, April 8.
Talkhouse Encore Announces New Distributor Partnership
Talkhouse Encore, a line of refreshing, authentic and fruit-forward spirits-based canned seltzers, announces its ongoing partnership with New York-based distributor, LNJ Brands.
Steel City Beer Wholesalers Acquired
Steel City Beer Wholesalers, the brainchild of entrepreneur Shane Lohman and one of the driving forces behind the growth of the craft beer scene in Pittsburgh over the last decade, is thrilled to announce the successful sale of its brand portfolio.
Wormtown Brewery Launches Brand Refresh
Wormtown Brewery announces the launch of their brand refresh. The brewery’s upgraded look represents their mission to embrace their community, celebrate each day, and provide approachable drinks for everyone to enjoy.
Boston Beer: Twisted Tea Braces for Competition; Truly Embraces ‘Light’ Flavors
Boston Beer Company reported its 2023 full-year and fourth-quarter earnings amid a flurry of news, including that CEO Dave Burwick will retire, a Nike exec will supplant him and that its Hard MTN Dew brand will shift to beer wholesalers from PepsiCo’s erstwhile Blue Cloud Distribution.
Atwater Brewery Launches D Light to Retail
D Light, the ultra-popular low calorie, low carb brew that was exclusively sold at Comerica Park in the 2023 season is now available at retail!