Wiley Roots Releases 3 New IPAs
Wiley Roots Brewing Company has announced the release of three new IPAs, including its collaboration with Fiction Beer Company, for the weekend of Collaboration Fest.
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Wild Tonic Adds Distribution in Chicago Area
Good Omen Bottling, LLC, manufacturers of Wild Tonic Jun Kombucha, has announced its partnership with Louis Glunz Beer, Inc.
Earth Rider Brewery to Release Roller Dames IPA
Earth Rider Brewery in Superior hosted a unique educational experience on March 9 to commemorate International Women’s Day. Womxn beer professionals and beer enthusiasts were invited to participate in a special brew day.
Heavy Seas Beer Releases Sun Blink Raspberry Lemon Sour
Heavy Seas Beer is excited to announce the second release from its 15 Barrel Brewhouse in 2019, Sun Blink, a Raspberry Lemon Sour.
North Carolina Brewers, Wholesalers Reach Franchise Law Reform Compromise
North Carolina craft brewers and wholesalers have reached a compromise in a contentious years-long dispute over the state’s self-distribution and franchise laws. After filing a lawsuit two years ago challenging the constitutionality of a state law requiring brewers who sell more than 25,000 barrels to forfeit self-distribution rights and sign with a wholesaler, Craft Freedom LLC — a trade group consisting of Olde Mecklenburg Brewery and NoDa Brewing Co. — has struck a deal with the North Carolina Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association that could create an additional brewer classification for “mid-sized independent breweries” selling fewer than 100,000 barrels annually.
Brewbound Podcast Episode 27: Fort Point Beer’s Justin Catalana on Self-Distribution and Saying No
In episode 27 of the Brewbound Podcast, Catalana shares his plan to grow Fort Point’s revenue to as much as $22 million in 2019, while hiring another five dozen employees. He also discusses the pros and cons of self-distribution, why the company takes a debt-averse approach to financing growth, and how it builds strong core brands at a time when breweries and consumers alike are chasing new beer offerings.
DuClaw Brewing Company to Release Sour Me Unicorn Farts Beer
Baltimore-based DuClaw Brewing Company will release its ‘Sour Me Unicorn Farts’ glittered sour ale made with Fruity Pebbles cereal this month.
Rogue Ales and Brew Dr. Kombucha to Release Kulture Clash Clear Mind
Rogue Ales & Spirits and Brew Dr. Kombucha, two Oregon fermenters, have combined an imperial blonde ale from Rogue and Brew Dr.’s Clear Mind kombucha to create Kulture Clash Clear Mind.
Portland Cider Co. to Release Pineapple Rosé Cider
Portland Cider Co. has announced the upcoming release of Pineapple Rosé, a brand-new summer seasonal cider. Bursting with fresh juicy pineapples, Pineapple Rosé boasts a pretty in pink hue from a splash of Northwest-grown blueberries.
2 Towns Ciderhouse Releases Easy Squeezy Cider
Released mid-February, 2 Towns Ciderhouse introduces Easy Squeezy, a pink lemonade inspired cider.
Pabst Brewing Signs with BeerBoard for On Premise Data and Insights
BeerBoard, the leader in real-time data, insights and consumer engagement for the hospitality industry, announced today that Pabst Brewing Co. has signed on as the company’s newest brewing partner. The move adds one of America’s oldest and largest privately-held brewers to BeerBoard’s growing portfolio of brewing clients.
Mispillion River Brewing adds Distribution in Virginia
Mispillion River Brewing has signed a distribution agreement with Specialty Beverage, expanding the availability of their product line to Virginia.
Two Roots Brewing Co. Named Craft Beer Sponsor of Las Vegas Lights FC Soccer Club
Cannabiniers, a global cannabis brand management company, has announced Two Roots Brewing Co., its pioneering brand of artisan craft beer with roots in both hops and cannabis beverages, has been named the 2019 Exclusive Craft Beer Sponsor of American professional soccer team, Las Vegas Lights FC.
Cicerone Certification Program Adds American Beer Styles Course
The Cicerone Certification Program has announced the addition of the American Beer Styles coursebook and specialist exam to its Road to Cicerone education series.