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KHS to Exhibit Systems at Craft Brewers Conference

Innovative high-performance engineering for the low-capacity range: KHS USA, Inc. will be presenting its compact and efficient systems at this year’s BrewExpo America which is staged as part of the Craft Brewers Conference.

Stone Brewing Unloads Berlin Brewery to BrewDog

Stone Brewing Unloads Berlin Brewery to BrewDog

Stone Brewing’s lofty $30 million Germany brewery experiment — aimed at converting Reinheitsgebot-abiding German drinkers into American craft beer lovers — has come to an end only a few years after it began. The San Diego-headquartered company, ranked by the Brewers Association as the ninth largest craft beer producer in the U.S., today announced the sale of its Berlin brewing facility to Scotland’s BrewDog.

Wachusett Brewing Seasonal Tasting Room to Open in May

The Patios open this season with a slightly extended footprint, making way for the return of fan favorites like the Wachusett Brew Yard, Wag Wednesdays and putt-putt mini-golf, and some new activations that are sure to get Bostonians pumped for patio season.

Dunkin’ and Harpoon Brewery Collaborate on Summer Coffee Pale Ale

Dunkin’ and Harpoon Brewery have collaborated to create the ultimate summer sipper. Following their first partnership last fall, the two beverage brands are back together, now introducing a new, limited edition coffee-inspired beer – Harpoon Dunkin’ Summer Coffee Pale Ale – just in time for warmer weather.

Proposed RNDC, Breakthru Beverage Merger Terminated Following ‘Protracted’ FTC Review

Proposed RNDC, Breakthru Beverage Merger Terminated Following ‘Protracted’ FTC Review

A blockbuster merger between two alcohol-distributing giants that was 16 months in the making has been terminated. Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) and Breakthru Beverage Group — the second and third largest wine and spirits wholesalers in the U.S. – today announced the cancellation of an intended merger first announced in 2017 to create a multi-state wholesale operation.

Bear Republic Brewing Company Releases Challenge Series #11 Double Brut IPA

Bear Republic Brewing Company’s newest release is Challenge Series #11 Double Brut IPA, a juicy, hop-friendly challenger, part of an entirely new series of Bear Republic canned ales. Late hop additions of over four pounds per barrel of Citra and Galaxy hops set the pace for this 8 percent ABV ale.

AleSmith Brewing Releases Luped In IPA

AleSmith Brewing Company is adding a fresh IPA to its roster of year-round beer offerings. Luped In IPA (6.5 percent ABV) is a tribute to hops, deriving its name from the scientific name for this key ingredient, humulus lupulus. This brew features bright notes of apricots, citrus, tropical fruits and berries.

Biscayne Bay Brewing Debuts First Canned Beers at Marlins Park

Biscayne Bay Brewing Company, one of Florida’s independent craft breweries, is proud to announce the launch of its first cans of beer and partnership at Marlins Park. The new canned beers are making its debut at the iconic baseball park, launching the Miami Pale Ale and Litehaus Pilsner this season.

Sixpoint Brewery Adds Jammer Series to Year-Round Lineup

With the success of the Jammer family, and overwhelming positive fan feedback, Sixpoint will make Jammer available year-round as part of its core lineup. Sixpoint will also launch the new Jammer Session Variety Pack that will feature Jammer and Citrus Jammer alongside three new varieties — Berry, Tropical and Ruby — in a 15 pack of 12oz cans.

Iron Hill Brewery Releases Clock Out American Lager

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant (Iron Hill), announces the release of their Clock Out American Lager, a refreshing light lager available in 12 oz. cans and currently the only Iron Hill beer available as a 6-pack.