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Manna Beverages to Acquire Nor-Cal Beverage Co.

Manna Beverages to Acquire Nor-Cal Beverage Co.

Manna Beverages & Ventures (MB&V) is set to acquire California-based co-packer Nor-Cal Beverage Company for an undisclosed sum, the company announced today. The deal is subject to due diligence and approvals.

Boisson: Non-Alc Retailer Lands Backing From Pernod Ricard’s Venture Arm, Adds New CEO

Boisson: Non-Alc Retailer Lands Backing From Pernod Ricard’s Venture Arm, Adds New CEO

As the momentum behind zero-proof drinks shows no signs of abating, leading non-alc retailer Boisson is taking steps to secure its place within the expanding category, bringing on a new CEO and announcing today that has received funding in a $5 million bridge round from Convivialité Ventures, the VC arm of Pernod Ricard, and Connect Ventures.

Meanwhile Brewing Co. Welcomes New Director of Brewing Operations

Meanwhile Brewing Co. is welcoming Robert Fulwiler to the team as Director of Brewing Operations. Bringing his industry expertise from Fremont Brewing in Seattle, Washington, Fulwiler has 15 years of diverse experience in brewery operations and will join founder and Brewmaster Will Jaquiss to oversee the expansion of Meanwhile’s award-winning program. 

Pike Brewing Releases New Fall Seasonal Beer

As the leaves start to change and the air becomes crisp, beer enthusiasts and craft connoisseurs alike have something new to celebrate this fall. We are thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated launch of our latest creation, the Layer Up Double West Coast IPA.

Hail to the Harris Hazy IPA Release

Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery is pleased to announce the release of our Hail to the Harris Hazy IPA. To honor the new era that Josh Harris symbolizes for the Washington Commanders, our team has crafted a celebratory brew.

Jim Koch: The Craft Industry Today is ‘What Success Looks Like’

Jim Koch: The Craft Industry Today is ‘What Success Looks Like’

Craft continues to battle declines, with dollar sales for the segment down -1% in the last 52 weeks (ending September 19) and volume down -5.3% in Circana-tracked channels. But the ebbs and flows of craft are what make it a “success,” Samuel Adams founder Jim Koch said last week during the company’s annual media brunch at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF).

Riverbend Craft Malt Showcase Returns to Brick Store Pub

Brick Store Pub will host the second annual Riverbend Craft Malt Showcase on Thursday, September 21. This tap takeover will boast a stylistic range of 15 beers brewed with malt from Riverbend Malt House.