Ohza Adds Distribution in NYC and Long Island, Expands Partnership with Whole Foods and Other Retailers
Ohza, one of the fastest-growing ready-to-drink beverage companies, is expanding distribution to the New York City and Long Island markets.
News
Craft beer industry news.
Seagram’s Escapes Introduces New Flavor to Spiked High ABV Line
Seagram’s Escapes Spiked, the high ABV flavored malt beverage brand, is expanding its profile with the addition of Spiked Blue Razberry.
Breakthru Beverage Group to Sell Beer and Cider Portfolio in Illinois to Lakeshore Beverage
The Breakthru Beverage Group has reached an agreement to sell its beer and cider portfolio in Illinois to Lakeshore Beverage. The deal is expected to close in October.
Sparkling Ice to Launch ‘Spiked’ Hard Seltzer Line
Another leading sparkling water brand is making the leap into hard seltzer: Sparkling Ice is set to launch a new alcoholic line called Spiked (4% ABV) this month.
Creature Comforts to Open LA Space; Other Half Sets October Opening in D.C.
Athens, Georgia-based Creature Comforts Brewing will become a bi-coastal craft beer brand next year with the construction of a taproom and brewery in downtown Los Angeles, the company announced yesterday. The long-awaited opening of Brooklyn-based Other Half Brewing’s taproom and production facility in Washington, D.C., now has an October 2020 opening date, according to a press release today.
Watch Brewbound Frontlines: Dealmakers Discuss Private Equity’s Influence in Craft Brewing and the State of M&A
The next Brewbound Frontlines brings together dealmakers from Arlington Capital Advisors, Cascadia Capital, Cowen and Company, and Farlie, Turner & Co. to discuss the influence of private equity money on the craft brewing industry and the current state of M&A activity in the brewing space.
AleSmith and Anvil of Hope Brew Support for Frontline Workers
AleSmith Brewing Company, along with their newly-established nonprofit, Anvil of Hope, have officially released their AleSmith for Hope Hazy IPA.
Container Brewing Releases Virtual Borders Hazy Weisse IPA
Container Brewing (containerbrewing.ca) has announced the release of their version of a beer brewed as a “virtual collaboration” Ottawa’s Flora Hall Brewing (florahallbrewing.ca)
Red Hare Adds New Location In Marietta, Georgia
Red Hare Brewing Company, LLC will be expanding its footprint into the former Hemingway’s Bar and Grill building on Marietta Square over the coming months.
Ghostfish Brewery to Double Capacity
On the heels of Ghostfish Brewing Company’s fifth anniversary, it announces an expansion project that will double its capacity.
Rocky Mountain Soda Debuts Ready to Drink Canned Cocktails
Rocky Mountain Soda adds new ready-to-drink cocktails to their growing list of better-for-you beverages.
Hop Supplier Yakima Chief Hops Announces Free Virtual Harvest Event
Yakima Chief Hops (YCH), a 100% farmer owned global hop supplier, will host a comprehensive virtual event for the entire month of September available for free and to the public, offering a behind the scenes look at hop harvest along with brewing seminars.
Craft Malt Producer Admiral Maltings Trailblazes California-Style Single Malt Whiskeys & Beers
The San Francisco Bay Area is steeped in a storied history with premium barley. A top export from the 1860s – 1940s, barley was among one of the essential California commodities transported to the United Kingdom.
Brewers Association Approves Code of Conduct for Members
The board of directors of national not-for-profit trade group the Brewers Association (BA) has approved its first ever code of conduct for member breweries after criticism from industry professionals and consumers that it was too often silent in the wake of racist incidents.