Maui Brewing Releases Saint Damien Belgian Strong Dark Ale
The inaugural launch of Maui Brewing Company’s Saint Damien in bottles occurs Tuesday, August 13 in MBC’s Kihei Tasting Room.
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Schlafly Releases Pumpkin Ale and Oktoberfest Seasonal Beers
Schlafly Beer, the original, independent craft brewery in St. Louis, announces the return of Pumpkin Ale and Oktoberfest, two award-winning seasonal staples for fall. Pumpkin Ale is available in 6-pack and 12-pack bottles and Oktoberfest returns in 6-pack and 12-pack bottles as well as 12-packs of 16-ounce cans.
Brouwerij West Enhances Shelf Appeal with Wizard Labels
When Brian Mercer founded Brouwerij West in 2009 he sought to craft distinctive beers and provide a unique customer experience. His brewery, located on Los Angeles’ historic waterfront, has established a loyal following by brewing award-winning beers while using visually-appealing eye-catching labels to appeal to beer enthusiasts.
Mass Bay Brewing Names Jon London as CMO
Mass Bay Brewing Company’s search for a CMO is over. The Boston-headquartered craft beer company today announced the hiring of Jon London, who will take the post on September 3. London, who spent a decade at Boston Beer Company between 2006 and 2016, will be tasked with overseeing Mass Bay’s portfolio of brands, which includes beer brands Harpoon, UFO and Clown Shoes, as well as Arctic Summer hard seltzer and City Roots hard cider.
Braxton Brewing’s VIVE Hard Seltzer Launches Co-Branded Variety Pack with the Cincinnati Bengals
Nearly a week after Braxton Brewing’s VIVE Hard Seltzer brand was named the “official hard seltzer” of the NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals, the Kentucky craft brewery today announced the launch of a co-branded “Tailgate Variety Pack.”
Baxter Brewing Founder Luke Livingston to Retire; Jenn Lever Named President
Baxter Brewing founder Luke Livingston announced Monday that he will retire from the brewery, effective on September 13. Jenn Lever, Baxter’s current operations manager, will take over as president of the Lewiston, Maine-based craft brewery. Livingston, 34, who founded Baxter in 2010, said in his retirement announcement that it was “time to find my next adventure.”
Castle Island Brewing to Release Wundergold Lager
After winning a silver medal at last year’s Great American Beer Festival for their American Lager, Castle Island is ready to launch Wundergold, a new Märzen Lager.
Von Ebert Brewing Releases Blind Time
Blind Time, a dark Belgian-style table biere with black lava salt and Silvan blackberries, has debuted at both Von Ebert Brewing locations.
Hi-Wire Brewing Announces August Beer Releases
Hi-Wire Brewing is finishing out the summer with a strong line-up of beers from their specialty and seasonal programs, as well as one collaboration with Urban South Brewery that is sure to please everyone’s summer palettes.
Bear Republic Launches Challenge Series #58 Uber Dank IPA
#58 Uber Dank IPA is the fourth release of the Challenge Series. This Uber Dank IPA is aggressive in its aromatic pleasure as Simcoe, Ella, Vic Secret, Sabro and Columbus hops contribute a piney, grape fruity, tropical and diesel dank aroma.
Two Beers Brewing Releases Fresh Hop IPA
First of the season Fresh Hop IPA is on the way! First brewed in 2009, Two Beers Brewing’s Fresh Hop IPA enters its tenth season on the Two Beers fall lineup, remaining one of the Seattle-based brewery’s most popular releases
Thirstie Expands Retail Partner Networks, Announces New Team Additions
Thirstie, the leader in e-commerce and logistics solutions for alcohol brands, has announced the recent expansion of its list of retail partners to include top national merchants such as Fairway Market Wine and Spirits, Spec’s, Sherry-Lehmann and Morrell’s.
Odell Brewing to Add Wine to Portfolio in 2020
Odell Brewing is getting into the winemaking business. The Fort Collins-headquartered craft brewery announced plans last week to open a wine cellar and tasting room on its campus next year. Odell director of marketing Alex Kayne declined to share how much money the company is investing in the project, which is slated to break ground later this year.
Pabst Launches Pabst Blue Ribbon Stronger Seltzer in 4 States
Pabst Blue Ribbon’s Stronger Seltzer is made with zesty, natural lime flavors and contains only one gram of sugar. Stronger Seltzer is a higher 8% ABV, lower calorie, Stevia-sweetened alternative to other sugary hard beverages.