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Rock Bottom Releases Dia de Sol Lager

Sunny skies are fast approaching at Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery with the debut of its seasonal Mexican lager, Dia de Sol!

New Jersey Launches ‘Shot and a Beer’ to Promote Vaccines; Los Angeles County Removes Brewery Curfew

New Jersey Launches ‘Shot and a Beer’ to Promote Vaccines; Los Angeles County Removes Brewery Curfew

Legal drinking age New Jerseyans who get their first dose of one of the available vaccines can show their vaccination card at one of 13 participating breweries across the state for a complimentary beer. The Brewers Guild of New Jersey collaborated with the state on the “Shot and a Beer” program, part of the larger “Operation Jersey Summer,” which aims to vaccinate 4.7 million New Jerseyans by June 30.

What You Need To Know To Build A Successful RTD Brand

What You Need To Know To Build A Successful RTD Brand

With projections predicting continued segment growth for RTDs, anyone looking to enter the space will face a competitive landscape. But by studying brands who have either launched during the pandemic or have weathered the storm without faltering, there are plenty of opportunities for new premixed canned cocktails to thrive.

Beer Institute Names Troy Wittek Director of Research

The Beer Institute — a national trade association representing brewers, beer importers and beer industry suppliers — announced it named Troy Wittek as director of research, bringing his extensive data analysis and research experience to the Beer Institute team.

Virtue Cider’s Founder To Launch First-Ever Beer: Vestland

Renowned tastemaker, Cidermaker, former Brewmaster and Founder of Virtue Cider, Gregory Hall, has traveled the globe discovering inspiration for world-class imbibe and creating new categories with beers like Bourbon County Stout and Honkers Ale.

Narragansett Beer Launches 3 New Beers & Beers To-Go

In anticipation of the opening of the Narragansett brewery and taproom later next month, Narragansett Beer is thrilled to announce the release of three new beers and the launch of on-site beer to-go.