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Boulder, CO—Recognizing the need for improved and more standardized craft beer storage and handling practices in the U.S. and in markets around the world, the Brewers Association (BA)—the not-for-profit trade association that represents the majority of U.S. breweries—launched its newest publication, Best Practices Guide to Quality Craft Beer — Delivering Optimal Flavor to the Consumer.

Healdsburg, CA – Sonoma Cider announces the launch of its three craft organic hard ciders — the Hatchet, the Pitchfork, and the Anvil. Made from fresh apples and certified organic, Sonoma Ciders are available in 12 oz. four-packs ($10.99 SRP) and 22 oz. single bottles ($7.99 SRP) in select markets nationwide.

Vista, Calif. — Mother Earth Brew Co. announces a very special collaboration with Brasserie du Pays Flamand. “The legendary friendship between Washington and Lafayette, American and Frenchman, helped forge our country’s independence in the 18th century.

Gilbert, AZ — Arizona craft beer lovers, get ready to quench your thirst with the largest tap takeover Arizona has ever seen! World of Beer (WOB) Tempe, Gilbert and Tucson locations will be hosting events throughout Arizona Craft Beer Week,February 15-22, 2014. Admission is free at all events and open to the public, ages 21… Read more »

DEARBORN, Mich. — Carhartt, America’s legendary work wear brand since 1889, and New Holland Brewing Co., brewers of craft beer and spirits, announced a collaboration brew crafted to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the iconic clothing manufacturer and pay tribute to the hard-working people who wear the brand.

ATLANTA, GA — SweetWater 420 Festival, Atlanta’s most dynamic and celebrated Earth Day event, will return this April to a new home in the heart of the city at Centennial Olympic Park.

ST PAUL, MN — The Northern Lights Rare Beer Fest will bring some of America’s most sought-after craft beers to downtown St. Paul – but Minnesotan beer drinkers will need a ticket to sip these suds.

EUGENE, OR — Oakshire Brewing will release Hellshire IV, the brewery’s fourth barrel-aged beer under the Hellshire label, on Saturday, February 15th. To celebrate this release and the craft of barrel-aging, Oakshire will host Hellshire Day & Barrel-Aged Beer Fest at its Public House, on Madison Street in Eugene.

Longmont CO — MobileCanningSystemsTM LLC, the market leader in bringing a canning line to the brewery when the beer is ready, today announced results for its first full year of operations.

Charlotte, NC— Earthspun┬« Apparel and textile leader, Patrick Yarn Mills (Kings Mountain, NC) are introducing their eco-friendly line of t-shirts, which are individually made from 6.5 (20-ounce) recycled beer bottles at the Queen City Brewers Festival this weekend. Earthspun┬« Apparel is proud to partner with the annual beer festival and support the local brewers who… Read more »

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, WA — After a year of construction, Diamond Knot Craft Brewing is preparing to celebrate the grand opening of its newest location — the Brewpub @ MLT. It’s not every day the blessings of Neptune and Poseidon are conjured, but Mountlake Terrace’s only brewpub, the Brewpub @ MLT, will host its full ship’s… Read more »

Pennsylvania The idiots behind Evil Genius are proud to announce the release of Hop King Imperial IPA. This ale is brewed with Pale and Crystal malts and hopped with Warrior, Simcoe, Citra, and Amarillo. It clocks in at 8.1% ABV and hits 96 IBUs.

GADSDEN, Ala. — With winter in full swing throughout the Deep South, Back Forty Beer Company announces the limited release of Scotch Ale, the latest offering in their seasonal series of craft beers. Having previously released specialty beers for Spring, Summer and Fall, Back Forty’s Winter Scotch Ale will complete a year-round lineup of small… Read more »

LOVELAND, COLO. — January 30, 2014 — The wait is over! In November 2013, Fort Collins-based company, New Belgium Brewing, announced the upcoming launch of its newest year-round beer, Snapshot Wheat.