Stevens Point Brewery Releases Whole Hog Espresso Stout
STEVENS POINT, Wis. —Whole Hog Espresso Stout, the latest “big beer” in the Stevens Point Brewery’s Whole Hog Limited Edition portfolio, is proof that coffee and beer are made for each other.
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Seattle Cider Expands Distribution to Austin, Texas
AUSTIN, TX — Seattle Cider Company and KEG 1 have announced a new partnership to bring Seattle Cider’s unique selection of craft ciders to Austin, Texas. Seattle’s first cidery since Prohibition, Seattle Cider Co. is known for its handcrafted collection of dry, flavorful ciders, successfully bridging the gap between beer and wine. Welcoming Texas as… Read more »
Overshores Brewing to Host Launch Party in December
East Haven, CT — Overshores Brewing Co., Connecticut’s first and only dedicated Belgian style brewery will host a Grand Opening Holiday Bash on Saturday, December 13, 2014 from noon-4:00 pm. This free admission event will feature live music, Belgian beer specials, limited edition beers, brewery tours, giveaways, and food trucks.
Deschutes to Launch Distribution in Washington DC
Bend, Oregon — Deschutes Brewery beers will finally flow year round in the greater Washington DC area this coming Monday, November 10! The brewery is so excited about reaching our nation’s capital that they’re sending a few folks out to celebrate with fans November 18-20 at area launch events.
Brewery Ommegang Releases Game of Thrones Inspired Three-Eyed Raven
COOPERSTOWN, NY — On the HBO series Game of Thrones, things are often not what they seem. There may be no better example than the three-eyed raven – which in Bran Stark’s dreams and visions is a bird. But as Bran discovers in the season four finale, the raven is actually a mysterious old man… Read more »
Southern Tier Hires New VP of Sales and Marketing
Southern Tier Brewing is strengthening its executive roster. The company yesterday announced it hired Brendan Smith as its new vice president of sales and marketing. The move comes nearly two months after a recent capital infusion from private equity firm Ulysses Management LLC. Smith most recently held the role of senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Smithfield Foods, a global food processor with $13 billion in annual sales.
Navy SEAL Who Killed bin Laden Spoke at NBWA 2014 Conference
When the National Beer Wholesalers Association tapped Navy SEAL Robert O’Neill to speak at its annual conference this past summer, the network of distributors knew they were getting someone highly qualified to dole out wisdom on the topics of “leadership, decision-making, operating in uncertain environments and how to become the ‘best of the best.’” That’s how the network pitched his appearance in a July press release, anyway.
Harpoon Introduces UFO Gingerland
BOSTON, MA — Brewed, not baked. Poured, not sliced. Inspired by a classic tale and deliciously spiced. The Harpoon Brewery is pleased to introduce UFO Gingerland, a gingerbread-inspired beer brewed with cinnamon, clove, and ginger. This new seasonal offering from the brewer’s popular UFO series, a line of unfiltered beers, has arrived for the winter… Read more »
Breaking Down Anheuser-Busch InBev’s Latest Craft Acquisition, 10 Barrel Brewing
10 Barrel co-founder Jeremy Cox said the decision to sell was driven largely by his company’s rapid growth and the need for a more mature infrastructure. “We had some challenges growing the business,” he said “About three months ago, we realized we needed to find a strategic partner to help us with that.”
New Belgium Releases Two Winter Seasonals
Ft. Collins, Colo. — With the first snowfall already arriving for some, it’s starting to feel more and more like winter, which means the return of beloved cold-weather favorites from New Belgium Brewing. Accumulation White IPA and 2┬░ Below Winter Ale can be found on shelves now, with Frambozen arriving November 11. This year marks… Read more »
Craft Brew Alliance Announces Third Quarter Results
Portland, Ore— Craft Brew Alliance, Inc. (“CBA”) (Nasdaq: BREW), an independent craft brewing company, today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014. The results for the third quarter are in line with management’s expectations, and the Company reconfirms previously tightened 2014 full year guidance as reported in a press release… Read more »
Scarlet Lane Brewing Announces New Head Brewer
McCordsville, Indiana – Scarlet Lane Brewing Company is excited to announce Simon Sothras as the new Head Brewer and business partner to Scarlet Lane. Sothras comes to Scarlet Lane from Ninkasi Brewing Company in Eugene, Oregon where he was one of the original brewers that helped launch Ninkasi into being one of the most popular… Read more »
Press Clips: How Virginia Wooed Stone
He was the author of the Declaration of Independence and the third U.S. president. Now, 188 years after his death, Thomas Jefferson can add to his resume. According to a Times Dispatch report, economic developers in Virginia dug up (read: hired an actor to play) Thomas Jefferson to help sell Stone Brewing on the state when the company was still in search of a place to build a facility on the east coast.
Upslope Releases Christmas Ale
Boulder, Colo — Upslope Brewing Company‘s Christmas Ale is back and coming down the chimney just in time for the holidays. The Limited Release Belgian-style Dubbel brewed with holiday spices will decorate liquor store shelves in Colorado, Wyoming, Texas and Arizona starting the first week in November in four-packs of 16 oz. cans.