WHITE PLAINS, NY — HEINEKEN USA, the nation’s leading upscale beer importer, today announced its selection of Droga5 as the advertising agency of record (AOR) for its Amstel Light brand. Droga5’s responsibilities for Amstel Light will include strategic and creative development to support brand growth in the U.S.

Give the folks at Ninkasi some credit — they brew quality beer that isn’t overdone but still creative. And if you are looking for a good example, look no further than Imperiale Stout, a new offering only available in their winter four-pack. What Imperiale does incredibly well is exactly what the beer geeks will complain… Read more »

LONG BEACH, CA – Beachwood BBQ & Brewing is pleased to announce that on Wednesday, December 14 we’ll be teaming up with our friends at Sierra Nevada Brewing to host a six course beer-paired dinner. Sierra Nevada’s Beer Camp Program produces special and unique beers by bringing Sierra Nevada fans to Chico, CA to be… Read more »

Brewbound.com is providing a live video stream of every panel discussions at the Craft Beer Session for those who were unable to make the event in Santa Monica, CA. Speakers include President of Kona Brewing Mattson Davis, Co-Founder of Port Brewing and The Lost Abbey Tomme Arthur, Co-Founder of Golden Road Brewing Meg Gill and… Read more »

GAINESVILLE, FL – Swamp Head Brewery will celebrate a limited migrational release of Saison du Swamp on Saturday, December 10th from 11am to 6pm at Swamp Head Brewery. This Saison, which conditions all summers long at ambient temperatures in Swamp Head’s brewery is currently the #7 Saison on Beer Advocate.

Brewbound.com today announced the final agenda for the Craft Beer Session being held on Monday December 5th in Santa Monica. The Brewbound Craft Beer Session is a half-day business conference addressing the topics that most directly impact the decisions craft brewers are faced with as they look to grow their brands. The event focuses on… Read more »

It’s always nice to try Belgian-inspired beers from U.S. craft brewers – especially a GABF medal winner. And give the folks at Karl Strauss some credit — just because they are near the beach doesn’t mean they can’t brew up a solid quadruple ale. Two Tortugas, the second installment in the ‘Twelve Days’ series checks… Read more »

JUNEAU, AK – Alaskan Brewing Co’s limited release Barley Wine is returning a month earlier than years past for craft beer fans to celebrate the holidays in Alaskan style. A big beer for big Alaska winters, this award-winning brew releases December 1 and is ideal for sharing with friends during the coldest season.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – When a Wee bit o’ Scottish Style Ale just won’t do, Sun King’s head brewer Dave Colt goes big, or Muckle, if you’re into archaic Scottish figures of speech. Wee Muckle has a similar flavor profile to it’s cousin, Wee Mac, but features a higher alcohol content and huge toffee characteristics. The… Read more »

By now, it’s well known that we tend to favor beers that are unique and offer characteristics that are not only imaginative but unlike anything we have already sampled. It makes sense that when the likes of Dogfish Head and The Bruery get together on a collaborative brew, a unique offering emerged. Faster, Bigger, Better,… Read more »

If you brew it, will they come? Building a successful craft beer company is no longer just about making great beer and getting placement at the local bottle shop. When you are looking to build a viable business, strategically selecting your geographic markets and key retailers, working with buyers and distributors, and creating successful promotions… Read more »

The great thing about Lagunitas is their consistency. When we pick up one of their offerings, we pretty much know what we are getting into. That said, sometimes their beers seem to run together. As with all beers we sample, we look for something distinct or creative — something that sets it apart from all… Read more »

Craft Brewers Alliance had their third quarter earnings conference call this morning and a few important details emerged about the state of Craft Brewers Alliance which consists of the Widmer Brothers, Kona Brewing and Red Hook brands. On Monday, we posted the press release of their Q3 earnings statement, and the call today highlighted a… Read more »