Craft beer industry news.
Luna Bay Hard Kombucha goes bicoastal with the recent announcement of its partnership with Craft Collective, New England’s independent craft beer distributor. This news comes quickly after Luna Bay’s announcement of its distribution in California, fulfilling its desire to reach health-minded drinkers coast to coast.
Russian River Brewing Company’s annual release of Pliny the Younger triple IPA drew visitors from 47 states and 14 countries and generated $5.1 million in economic impact to the local economy, an increase of 22.6% over the 2019 release, according to a study conducted by the Sonoma County Economic Development Board.
The Cinco de Mayo holiday helped boost the beer category to its biggest sales week in 2020 so far for the week ending May 9, as dollar sales in off-premise retailers topped $983.6 million, according to market research firm Nielsen. In fact, the latest one-week period is the highest sales week since last year’s July 4 holiday week, the firm reported.
One in five consumers have returned to on-premise establishments in Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and Texas — states that have begun the reopening process following the shutdown forced by the novel coronavirus disease COVID-19 — according to a new survey conducted by Nielsen CGA.
Two Roads Brewing Company announced a major initiative to help CT restaurants recover from the effects of COVID-19. The plan is to offer a substantial “Back On the Road” discount on a selection of its fresh draft products.
After releasing a variety case of beer called the “Homebound Hero 24 Pack” on April 21, Hopworks Urban Brewery has raised more than $1,500 for the Looptworks Foundation.
Pearl Beer announced the relaunch of the iconic Gem of Fine Beer. The brand’s rebirth is rooted in San Antonio’s history and reimagined with a new look and taste inspired by the growth and success of its beloved home city.
The Bruery to release their second collaboration beer with Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams.
In 2020 Pabst Blue Ribbon continues its commitment to celebrating creativity, working with 1000 creatives that encompass the diversity of Pabst Blue Ribbon’s community. The brand will invite bartenders, designers, animators, dancers, singers, directors and more to do what they do best, helping get its community back to work and those at home to get involved.
Just in time for Memorial Day, Gathering Place Brewing is adding four new beers in cans, increasing its canned offerings to 14 beers.
New ways to enjoy Bell’s beer are on the way! In response to a shift in consumer behavior, Bell’s Brewery has begun offering additional packaging options for two of its core brands: Two Hearted and Light Hearted.
Once again, the Greater Cincinnati brewing industry is uniting to support local communities throughout the tri-state area and using their craft beer following as a vehicle for good.
Coming off the success of last year’s Knoxville Series, Coronado Brewing Company is re-releasing Peach Cruiser IPA just in time for summer.
Award-winning Allagash Brewing Company today announced it will begin distributing in Wisconsin with a one-time release of core beers and specialty offerings. Working with wholesale partner Beechwood Sales & Service, Allagash will extend distribution of its flagship beer Allagash White and other brewery favorites across the state starting in June.
