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Japan’s Kirin to Acquire Minority Stake in India’s Bira 91 for $30 Million

Japan’s Kirin to Acquire Minority Stake in India’s Bira 91 for $30 Million

Five months after considering a sale of as much as 20% of the company, India’s B9 Beverages is in the process of selling a minority stake in the New Delhi-based company for $30 million to Tokyo, Japan-headquartered Kirin Holdings, according to the Financial Times and Reuters.

Ecliptic Brewing Releases 2021 Beer Lineup

North Portland’s Ecliptic Brewing is excited to announce its 2021 beer release calendar. With steady favorites continuing to brew, as well as exciting new releases in the queue, Ecliptic is ready to take on the new year.

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales Releases Oro de Calabaza Cans

A new year brings new beginnings, a renewed sense of hope, and celebration. Revelry, rejoicing, and restored excitement for a year full of new possibilities. More than ever this year we all will celebrate the things once trivial and taken for granted. Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales is kicking off the year with a celebration as they launch their most award-wining beer, Oro de Calabaza, in cans.

Baxter Brewing’s Ice Storm of ’98 Hits Shelves 23 Years After Notorious Storm Hit Maine

Baxter Brewing Company’s Winter NEIPA, Ice Storm of ’98, will hit shelves 23 years after the historical storm made landfall in Maine. The latest in Baxter’s seasonal offerings pays homage to the infamous winter storm that besieged the northeast United States and Canada more than two decades ago, and the resolute spirit of the Mainers that endured.

Josh Halpern Out as Chief Sales Officer at FIFCO USA

Josh Halpern Out as Chief Sales Officer at FIFCO USA

The changes at FIFCO USA are continuing into the new year, as the company parted ways with Josh Halpern, who had served as chief sales officer over the last three years.

Indeed Brewing Company Cans and Distributes Its CBD-Infused Seltzer

Indeed Brewing Company is canning and distributing Lull, its non-alcoholic CBD Seltzer, across Minnesota and Wisconsin in January 2021. Released as a taproom-exclusive in the Minneapolis and Milwaukee taprooms, Lull has been available on draft since May 2019 and in limited release cans since early this year.

Chihuahua Cerveza Adds Distribution to Seven More States

Chihuahua Cerveza is excited to announce distribution in Oklahoma and Kansas, plans to distribute in Arkansas and New Mexico in January 2021, and distribution in Colorado, Alabama, and South Carolina by the end of Q1 2021. Chihuahua Cerveza continues as one of the fastest growing original Mexican American beer brands by teaming up with well-known beer distributors to introduce their high-quality core brands to the rest of the US; Rico (6.5 ABV), El Primero (5.0 ABV), and Limón (5.0 ABV).

Tröegs Releases Nugget Nectar

Tröegs Independent Brewing announces the release of its once-a-year cult classic, Nugget Nectar. And yes, the sought-after 16-oz. cans are back, too!

Magnolia Brewing Selects Ekos to Track Production and Sales

Magnolia Brewing, part of New Belgium Brewing Company, is now using Ekos software to power its business. Ekos, a business management software for craft producers, works with more than 1,500 breweries, cideries and wineries worldwide.