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Big Grove Celebrates RAGBRAI 50th Anniversary with Statewide “Gold Can Giveaway”

Big Grove Brewery, the official brewery of RAGBRAI and the maker of Iowa’s top-selling hazy IPA Easy Eddy, is commemorating the 50th and golden anniversary of the oldest, largest, and longest multi-day bicycle ride in the world, by releasing specialty packs and golden cans of Easy Eddy throughout the state.

NEW Harpoon Brewery x DraftKings 12-Pack

Harpoon Brewery and DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) announced the release of a new, limited edition 12-pack in time for the Celtic’s on-going run in the NBA playoffs and the Red Sox resurgence in MLB: a Rec. League Get In The Game! 12-Pack.

Pure Project Introduces Popular Murky IPA to Year-Round Lineup

Pure Project, a San Diego-based craft brewery, is adding one of its original murky India pale ales to its year-round beer lineup. Diamond Dust features Cashmere hops from Michigan and hand-selected Mosaic hops from the Pacific Northwest. 

Steam Whistle Pilsner Now Available in 5 Liter Party Keg

Steam Whistle Brewing announced that Canada’s Premium Pilsner is now available in a new format – a 5 L Party Keg – perfect for sharing at home or to take along to gatherings.

Oscar Wong Honored with NC Governor’s Award and Bronze Plaque

Highland Brewing’s founder, Oscar Wong was awarded the Order of The Long Leaf Pine. It is the highest honor granted by the governor of North Carolina to individuals who have shown extraordinary service to the state. 

AB Biotek Introduces New Range of Pinnacle Yeast for Brewing

AB Biotek – a global business division of AB Mauri – will introduce the expansion of its dry yeast portfolio for consumer alcohol, under the premium Pinnacle brand, for craft and home brewers located around the globe during the 2023 Craft Brewers Conference. The portfolio will be distributed in North America exclusively through Country Malt Group.