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FREDERICK, Md. — Flying Dog Brewery has secured three internationally-renowned bands for its 2013 outdoor summer concert series.

San Diego, CA — The Brewers Association released its annual list of the Top 50 craft breweries based on 2012 beer sales volume. Karl Strauss Brewing Company was ranked #39 on the list, moving up from #44 in 2011. Karl Strauss has achieved this ranking with sole distribution in California, while most breweries listed are… Read more »

Kailua-Kona, Big Island of HI – Building on strong growth numbers from 2012, Kona Brewing Company will soon be showing an updated look to beer drinkers this spring. In late April 2013, the entire line of Kona brews will have a new 12oz. bottle built and embossed with a Hawaiian island chain and “Liquid Aloha”… Read more »

East Haven, CT – Overshores Brewing Co., Connecticut’s first and only dedicated Belgian style brewery and the first place winner at the 2012 CPTV Craft Beer and Chili Challenge, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Robert “Bob” Elliott and Robert Tibbals III to its Board of Directors. Elliott brings extensive experience advising and… Read more »

BOSTON — In response to the tragic events of yesterday’s Boston Marathon, Craft Beer Cellar has decided to donate more than $1,700 to the victims and their families. During the last two weeks of March, Craft Beer Cellar raised contributions to launch their newest New England location, the Craft Beer Cellar New England Annex in… Read more »

ESCONDIDO, CA (April 15, 2013) — Today, San Diego-based Stone Brewing Co. is releasing two versions of the company’s coveted imperial stout: 2013 Stone Imperial Russian Stout and 2013 Stone ESPRESSO Imperial Russian Stout. As 2013 is an odd-numbered year, Stone is revisiting its “Odd Beers for Odd Years” program which began in 2011. The… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. — America’s beer distributors arrived in Washington, D.C., this week for the 2013 National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) Legislative Conference to advocate for effective state-based alcohol regulation and to educate members of Congress about the 130,000 quality jobs that independent beer distributors provide.

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Founders Brewing Co. announced today that they will expand distribution to the United Kingdom with beers available across the nation beginning in June of this year through a partnership with specialty beer importers James Clay. Both year-round and seasonal beers will be available in bottles immediately with draft expected to follow… Read more »

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – The legendary beard and smoking jacket are back, as Dos Equis today announced the launch of its 2013 creative advertising campaign featuring the “Most Interesting Man in the World.” The advertising icon will be featured in new spots set to run nationally via television and online, all of which ending with… Read more »

ORANGE, CA – Since opening its doors in February, Valiant Brewing Co. — the newest craft brewery in Orange County, Calif. — has been busy releasing new beers, taking part in local and regional beer events, and connecting with local homebrew clubs and other organizations. Now, as part of its first Celebrate Craft Beer Week,… Read more »

SAN FRANCISCO – Speakeasy Ales & Lagers is preparing to launch distribution in Chicago this May, making Illinois the 8th state to offer beers from the San Francisco-based craft brewery. Speakeasy has partnered with River North Beer as the exclusive distributor for the Chicagoland area.

AHAINA, MAUI, HI – 13 April 2013 – Maui Brewing Co. (MBC) is happy to announce their collaboration with Lost Abbey, using 100% local Maui raised lemongrass! Lemongrass Saison is a 5.5% ABV beer utilizing White Wheat, Oats, Pilsner malt, Lemongrass, Citra and Nelson Sauvin hops. This first limited release of 2013 will be available… Read more »

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Founders Brewing Co. announced today that they plan to host Founders Fest 2013 on the streets of downtown Grand Rapids once again, from 3-11pm on Saturday, June 22. This is the brewery’s sixth annual outdoor festival celebrating two of the things they love most: beer and music. Founders is expecting 6000… Read more »

PORTLAND, OR – Occidental Brewing Co. announces the release of their beloved K├Âlsch in 16 ounce cans. Occidental’s K├Âlsch is a year-round favorite of Pacific Northwest beer drinkers for its crisp, clean flavor, smooth bitterness and balanced hop profile thanks to German Perle hops. Now, lovers of this deli┬¡cious session beer can pick up a… Read more »