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National Beer Wholesalers Association Announces 2018-2019 Officers

The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is pleased to announce its officers for the 2018-2019 term. Michael Schilleci, president of Supreme Beverage Company, Inc. in Birmingham, Ala., has been appointed Chairman of the Board.

Ska Brewing Releases Euphoria Winter Pale Ale

Ska Brewing’s seasonal Euphoria Pale Ale returned to the brewery’s World Headquarters over the weekend, and hits shelves in twelve states next week. Ska is hopeful that winter is coming alongside this beer release.

North American Breweries Partners with BeerBoard

BeerBoard, the leader in real-time data, insights and consumer engagement for the restaurant industry, announced today it has partnered with North American Breweries (NAB), as a new brewer partner. The move continues the run of prominent retail operators and brewers joining BeerBoard’s client list and further cements the company’s prominent position within the industry.

Bad Granny Cider Announces Seasonal Lineup

This fall, Chelan-based Bad Granny Cider—sister company to Karma Vineyards—will give hard cider lovers something to talk about with its seasonal line up, including the tickle-your-tongue Cidermaster Reserve prepared in the truly special Méthode Champenoise style; the blushing “In the Flesh” made from red fleshed apples with a unique pink pulp; and Heirloom, created with traditional cider apples for added complexity.

Ciderboys Releases Lemon Cello

Lemon Cello, Ciderboys’ latest limited-release hard cider is for those who want a taste of “la dolce vita” – the sweet life. Inspired by limoncello (LEE-moan CHAY-lo), the bright yellow lemon liqueur popular in southern Italy, Lemon Cello apple limoncello hard cider is abundantly aromatic and overflowing with a sweet, zesty fresh-lemon flavor.

Ardagh Group Introduces 500 mL Celebration Beer Bottle

Ardagh Group, Glass – North America, a division of Ardagh Group (NYSE: ARD) and a leading manufacturer of glass containers for the food and beverage industries in the United States, today announced the debut of its 500ml Celebration beer bottle.

Riverbend Malt House Announces Same Day Shipping

Riverbend Malt House today announced improved delivery times for its entire line of malt products. Effective immediately, eligible orders which are received by noon, Monday through Thursday, will be shipped on the same day the order is received. Orders received at any time on Friday, Saturday or Sunday will ship the following Monday.

Hi-Wire Brewing Collaborates with Highland Brewing

Two of Asheville, North Carolina’s most beloved breweries are teaming up! Highland Brewing Company and Hi-Wire Brewing have joined forces to create Plum Nectar, a dry-hopped Berliner Weisse with plums. Tart and refreshing, Plum Nectar blends aromatic citrus and tropical fruit notes from Azacca hops with the juicy and sweet character of 17 pounds of plums per barrel.