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Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. Redesigns Packaging for 20th Anniversary

In 1999, Lexington, Kentucky, had only one small brewery, and the craft beer movement had not yet taken hold in the Bluegrass region. That year, the same brewery received new life from a local, Irish-born entrepreneur, Pearse Lyons, and Lexington Brewing Co. was enabled to continue a brewing tradition that dates back to the 1700s.

MillerCoors Launches Sol Chelada in US

Sol, the beer founded in the heart of Mexico in 1899, is bringing an iconic Mexican flavor to fans and new drinkers with the introduction of its newest release, Sol Chelada.

19 Crimes Releases 3 Craft Beers

The hugely popular 19 Crimes wine brand launched three craft beers in the U.S. on March 1 — an India Pale Ale, a Pilsner and a Lager.

Land-Grant Relaunches Columbus Crew SC Supporter Beer

Land-Grant Brewing Company is excited to announce the re-launch of their iconic Columbus Crew SC Supporter Beer as they enter into their fifth season as an official partner of the club.

Gambrinus Malting Receives ISO Certification

Gambrinus Malting Corporation has received an ISO 22000:2005 Certification in recognition of the organization’s food safety management system.

Malt Products Corporation Invests in Vacuum Belt Dryer

Malt Products Corporation (MPC), a manufacturer of malted barley extract and other natural, nutritious sweeteners, has invested over $15 million in a new state-of-the-art drying plant, incorporating a vacuum belt dryer designed and built by drying technology expert Bucher Unipektin.

Ken Kurtz Joins Crook & Marker as President

Ken Kurtz, a beverage industry leader who has built major brands across the alcohol and non-alcohol landscape, has been named President of Crook & Marker, a new spiked and sparkling brand created by beverage innovator Ben Weiss.

Reformation Brewery Collaborates with Jennifer Smoot on The Loud Peach

Woodstock’s Reformation Brewery taps into a collaborative brew made with help from former intern and recent Auburn University Brewing Science Program graduate, Jennifer Smoot. Nicknamed “The Loud Peach,” the draft only limited release is Jennifer’s first recipe.