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Widmer Brothers Introduces New Can Packages for Flagship Hefe

Widmer Brothers Brewing has announced a variety of new ways to enjoy its flagship Hefeweizen in 2019. The gold medal award-winning beer will be one of the first craft beers available in 18-packs of 12 oz. cans.

Buoy Beer Company Releases Love, Lost at Sea Barleywine 2019

Buoy Beer Company will release the second edition of their Small Batch Series in February 2019. Love, Lost at Sea 2019 is an American Barleywine aged in Bull Run whiskey barrels for 12 months.

Goodwood Brewing Co. Launches Spirits Line

In a move toward diversifying its portfolio and reaching spirits consumers, Goodwood Brewing Co. announced a foray into the crafts spirits space with the launch of a Premium Bourbon aged in stout barrels.

Molson Coors Sales Decline 2.1 Percent in 2018

Molson Coors Sales Decline 2.1 Percent in 2018

Citing negative volume trends in the U.S. and Canada, Molson Coors reported a 2.1 percent decline in net sales in 2018, according to yesterday’s full-year earnings report. In 2018, Molson Coors posted nearly $10.8 billion in net sales, down from more than $11 billion in 2017.

Diageo Beer Company USA Partners with BeerBoard

BeerBoard, the leader in real-time data, insights and consumer engagement for the hospitality industry, has announced that Diageo Beer Company USA has signed on as the company’s newest brewing partner.

Gambrinus Ceases Brewing Operations at Bridgeport Brewing in Portland, Oregon

Gambrinus Ceases Brewing Operations at Bridgeport Brewing in Portland, Oregon

Add Bridgeport Brewing to a growing list of Portland, Oregon-based craft beer companies that has ceased brewing or taproom operations in recent months. In a Facebook post today, the craft beer brewery, which was purchased by Texas-based The Gambrinus Company in 1995, said it had ceased brewing operations as it prepares to close its brewpub on March 10.

Gigantic Brewing and Dark Horse Comics Release 666 Cases of Hellboy Beer

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the publication of Hellboy: Seed of Destruction, Oregon’s Gigantic Brewing and Dark Horse Comics are teaming up to create 666 cases of Hellboy beer, based on award-winning cartoonist Mike Mignola’s legendary character.

Saint Louis Crafted Cocktails Launches White Russian Wheat Ale

A new brand of crafted malt beverages will soon be available in bottles across the St. Louis area and surrounding markets with Saint Louis Crafted Cocktails. Utilizing the flavors of the most iconic cocktails, Saint Louis Crafted Cocktails offers a new, all-natural bottled alcoholic beverage.

Full Sail Brewery Releases Session Light Lager

At 100 calories and only 6 carbs, new Session Light from the award-winning Full Sail Brewery is perfect for anyone looking to keep the calories low but their standards high.

Urban Family Brewing to Relocate

After four years of running their brewery and tasting room in Magnolia, Urban Family Brewing Co. is moving to a new location in the heart of Ballard’s “brewery district.”

Diamond Knot Brewing Releases 3 New Beers

Diamond Knot Brewing Company is taking 2019 by storm with three new beers offered in cans and draft along with two beloved styles in a new package.