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Craft Beer Cellar Sets Grand Opening in Cary, North Carolina

Craft Beer Cellar Cary, offering amazing beer, hospitality, and education, will be celebrating its Grand Opening on Saturday, November 10th at 11am at 1103 Ballena Circle. Cary will be the second CBC location open and operating in North Carolina, joining Hickory which opened in March of 2016 and the first in the state’s Triangle area, which has developed an incredible beer scene.

Artisanal Brewing Ventures Acquires Sixpoint Brewery

Artisanal Brewing Ventures Acquires Sixpoint Brewery

Artisanal Brewing Ventures, the family office-backed holding company formed in early 2016 via the merger of Victory Brewing and Southern Tier Brewing, today announced the acquisition of New York-based Sixpoint Brewery. Specific financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. to Open Taproom in Monterey

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. announces plans to open a taproom in Monterey, California in the first quarter of 2019. The popular coastal tourist destination is two hours south-west of the Turlock-based craft brewery.

Craft Brew Alliance Adds 2 New IPAs to Kona Island Hopper Variety Pack

Kona Brewing Company, Hawaii’s first and favorite craft brewery, has launched a refresh of the fan-favorite Island Hopper Variety Pack, now available in stores. The newly designed package includes two new IPAs – Castaway IPA and a new release to the mainland, island favorite Kua Bay IPA, along with fan-favorites Big Wave Golden Ale and Longboard Lager.

Two Beers Brewing Co. to Release ‘This Goes to 11’ Birthday Cake IPA for 11th Anniversary

The 11th Anniversary Party will feature 18 rotating beer taps ranging from classic cellared favorites to exciting infusions, and of course the highlight of the day will be the release of “This Goes to 11.” A 6.6% ABV, 21 IBU limited release IPA brewed with lactose sugar and vanilla bean, “This Goes to 11” will be available on draft and in 16oz 4 packs to go in limited quantity.

Due South Brewing Co. to Release ‘Land, Sea, and Air’ Brut IPA

With Veterans Day coming up soon on November 11th, Boynton Beach’s Due South Brewing Company worked together with members of their distributor’s team who are veterans on October 17th to craft an incredible beer that showcases a unique blend of hops that were selected by veterans across the United States!

Sycamore Brewing Doubles Volume, Targets 20,000 Barrels in 2019

Sycamore Brewing Doubles Volume, Targets 20,000 Barrels in 2019

Charlotte, North Carolina-based Sycamore Brewing is “living in fast forward,” according to vice president of sales Archie Gleason. The Kenny Chesney lyric appears apt for the 5-year-old craft brewery, which plans to double its beer and cider production by the end of the year.

Elevation Beer Co. Releases Imperial Stout

Elevation Beer Co. is unveiling Imperial Stout as the latest seasonal release in their lineup of approachable and award-winning beers. Imperial Stout will be available across Elevation’s distribution footprint in six-packs of 12 oz. cans and on draft beginning November 9 while supplies last.

Cascade Brewing Releases to Release Cuvée du Jongleur After a Decade

On Friday, Nov. 9, Cascade Brewing will release a beer for the first time in a decade. Originally released in 2008, Cuvée du Jongleur, or “Blend of the Juggler,” will be available in 500ml bottle and on draft at both Cascade Brewing’s Portland pubs and through its worldwide distribution network.

Dark Horse Brewing Adds Distribution in Central Florida

Sunshine State Distributing announces a new partnership with Dark Horse Brewing to expand the distributing company’s growing portfolio of craft beers and spirits. This will be the Michigan brewery’s first introduction to Florida.

Hi-Wire Brewing Announces November 2018 Beer Releases

Hi-Wire Brewing is bringing some heat to the chilly month of November with the return of their coveted 10W-40 Imperial Stout, a brut double-IPA called Gimme The Brut, and a barrel-aged Peach Sour Ale from their Sour and Wild Ale program. The brewery’s specialty program continues to excite and word on the street is this is just the beginning for Asheville’s beloved craft beer producers.