Chicago’s Forbidden Root to Open Brewpub in Columbus
Forbidden Root Restaurant and Brewery, a botanical brewery inspired by elements found in nature, has announced its plans to expand into the Columbus market.
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Saint Archer to Release Tropical IPA
This August, San Diego-based Saint Archer Brewing Company will be launching the newest addition to their core lineup, the Tropical IPA.
MillerCoors to take Saint Archer Gold National in 2020
In the competition for active lifestyle consumers, MillerCoors believes its found an answer to Anheuser-Busch’s popular Michelob Ultra brand. The United States’ second-largest beer company announced today plans to begin nationally distributing Saint Archer Gold — its 95-calorie, 2.6 carb light lager — beginning January 1, 2020.
Diageo Acquires Majority Stake in Seedlip
International spirits conglomerate Diageo announced today that it has acquired non-alcoholic distilled spirits maker Seedlip. The liquor company had been an investor in the brand through its venture capital arm, Distill Ventures.
Mother Earth Brewing Company Releases Primordial Imperial IPA
Mother Earth is pleased to announce the annual release of one of its most popular brands – Primordial Imperial IPA. The every-August release dates back to April 2011 in OG 22 oz. bombers and now features new branding in the perfect format for the style, 16 oz. cans.
Portland Brewing Collaborates with Music Millennium Owner on In The Groove Black Vinyl Lager
Vinyl junkies and beer collectors have cause to celebrate–Portland Brewing and Portland’s legendary music retailer and owner of Music Millennium, Terry Currier, has announced the upcoming release of In The Groove Black Vinyl Lager.
Alter Brewing Co. Releases Festbier Lager
Alter Brewing Company is getting the fest started this August with their fall seasonal lager Festbier. Inspired by the iconic brew served at Oktoberfest celebrations the world over, their version builds on that tradition with a balance leaning toward malt, light toasted character, and a pleasant sweetness on the finish.
Platform Co-Founder Discusses Reasons for Selling to Anheuser-Busch
Anheuser-Busch InBev is back in the craft beer M&A game. After a two-year hiatus following the May 2017 acquisition of Wicked Weed, the world’s largest beer manufacturer announced today the acquisition of Cleveland’s Platform Beer Co., a transaction that is expected to close in the third quarter.
Kona Carries CBA to 1 percent Depletion Growth in Q2
Kona Brewing once again lifted Craft Brew Alliance’s (CBA) financial results. CBA shared its second-quarter financial results today, highlighted by portfolio-wide depletions (sales-to-retailers) growth of more than 1 percent, and shipment (sales-to-wholesalers) growth of 4.4 percent.
Down the Road Beer Company Founder Donovan Bailey Dead at Age 46
Donovan Bailey, the founder of Everett, Massachusetts-based Down the Road Beer Company, died on July 31, at the age of 46. According to Bailey’s obituary, he died “unexpectedly” at his home in Malden.
New Realm Brewing Expands Distribution in Virginia
New Realm Brewing Company is excited to announce its intention to expand distribution into Northern Virginia and the Western part of the state.
Ninkasi Brewing to Open Location in Tumwater Craft District in Washington
Ninkasi Brewing Company has signed on as a key partner in the new Craft Brewing and Distilling center of excellence in Tumwater, Washington.
Artifact Cider Project to Open Taproom on August 8
Artifact Cider Project is thrilled to announce the opening of its taproom in Florence, Massachusetts. Located on-site at its state-of-the-art production cellar, Artifact’s taproom represents an exciting opportunity for the craft cider company to share its forward-looking approach to cidermaking.
Anheuser-Busch InBev Acquires Platform Beer Co.
Anheuser-Busch InBev announced today the acquisition of fast-growing Ohio craft brewery Platform Beer Co. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. In a press release, A-B noted that Platform was “the fastest growing regional brewery in the United States in 2017.” According to data from the Brewers Association, the Cleveland craft brewery increased production from 6,500 barrels to 20,000 barrels that year.