What Is The Neo-Prohibition Movement? Separating Fact From Fiction
U.S. government trying to limit your booze intake or access? The short answer is no. So why do we keep hearing rumblings about something called the ‘neo-prohibition’ movement?
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National Music Centre and Partake Brewing Team Up for Artist Residency Program
The National Music Centre (NMC) and Partake Brewing, a Canadian-based, low-calorie leader of non-alcoholic craft brews, announced a new strategic partnership that will give Canadian musicians the chance to explore and record inside NMC’s world- class facilities at Studio Bell.
A Round With … Breakside Brewery’s Ben Edmunds
In the latest installment of A Round With, Ben Edmunds, brewmaster at Breakside Brewery in Portland, Oregon, shares his thoughts on innovation and inspiration in the pursuit of deliciousness. He also explores Breakside’s latest wins and biggest challenges.
U.S. Beverage Signs Partnership With Cervecería La Tropical
US Beverage, LLC, (USB) one of America’s leading beverage companies, announced that it has signed an agreement with Cervecería La Tropical, Cuba’s Oldest Brewery, remixed in Miami since 2021.
Bart Watson: Craft Price Elasticity Has Gone Up … But There Are a Lot of Variables
Craft industry members are constantly asking about “price elasticity,” according to Brewers Association (BA) chief economist Bart Watson in his latest deep dive for the trade association.
Fair State Brewing Cooperative Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Saint Paul, Minnesota-based Fair State Brewing Cooperative has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization, co-founder and CEO Evan Sallee wrote on the company’s website on Thursday.
Leah Cheston Named Brewers Association Board Chair; Bylaws Amended to Include Contract-Brewed Brands as Voting Members
Leah Cheston, owner of Washington, D.C.-based Right Proper Brewing, has been named chairwoman of the Brewers Association (BA) board of directors for 2024. Cheston is the second woman to hold the title, following New Belgium co-founder Kim Jordan’s 2005-2007 term.
Neshaminy Creek’s Rita’s Fruit Brews Return With New Variety Pack
After first partnering last spring, Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company (Neshaminy Creek) is thrilled to reintroduce Rita’s Fruit Brews – a line of beers inspired by the iconic Rita’s Italian Ice (Rita’s) with a brand-new Variety Pack.
Brewers Association Puts Homebrew Con on Hiatus
Homebrew Con, the American Homebrewers Association’s (AHA) annual gathering of homebrewers, is on hiatus.
Non-Compete and Trade Secrets Lawsuit Dismissed Against Former Boston Beer Employee
A lawsuit filed by Boston Beer against a former employee alleging that he violated a non-compete agreement by working for a competitor has been dismissed. The complaint was “dismissed with prejudice as to as to all claims against Brian Soudant, without costs and fees and without right of appeal,” according to a document filed February 9 in the Massachusetts Superior Court for Suffolk County.
Lagunitas Unveils Packaging Refresh Aimed at Reclaiming Mojo for IPA, A Little Sumpin’ Sumpin’
Heineken-owned Lagunitas Brewing Company is hoping a packaging refresh, a focus on its core offerings and marketing around concerts will help the brand reclaim the mojo and irreverent spirit that the brewery was founded upon.
Brewbound Podcast: MikMak’s Rachel Tipograph on the Post-Drizly Bev-Alc E-Commerce Landscape
MikMak founder and CEO Rachel Tipograph joins the Brewbound Podcast to analyze what’s next for beverage-alcohol e-commerce in a post-Drizly world.
Ex-Stone CEO Maria Stipp Named Chief Exec of Cold-Pressed Juice and Shot Maker Suja
Former Stone Brewing CEO Maria Stipp has been named CEO of Suja Life, the parent company to Suja Organics and Vive Organics, effective February 20, the company announced today.
Rupee Beer & Maya Kaimal Valentine’s Day Coconut Steamed Mussels Recipe
Rupee Beer, an Indian-inspired beer brand named Best Beer For World Food is spicing things up in the kitchen this Valentine’s Day with an alluring Goan Coconut Steamed Mussels recipe curated by Award-Winning Maya Kaimal Foods.