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BridgePort Brewing Releases Hoptoberfest IPA

BridgePort Brewing Company, Oregon’s original craft brewery, is celebrating hop harvest season with the release of its fresh hop Hoptoberfest IPA.

Increased Freight Costs and a Driver Shortage Cramp Beer Profits

Increased Freight Costs and a Driver Shortage Cramp Beer Profits

Surging freight costs, a shortage of long-haul truck drivers and new laws restricting the number of hours that drivers can be on the road are cutting into profits of beer companies and other major corporations throughout the United States. Although increased transportation costs are affecting all consumer goods industries, Beer Institute chief economist Michael Uhrich told Brewbound that they’re disproportionately affecting the beer industry because the vast majority of beer sold domestically is shipped. Last year, beer companies shipped 2.9 billion cases of beer, according to the National Beer Wholesalers Association.

Lompoc Brewing to Close Tavern

Marking the end of an era, Lompoc Brewing has announced the upcoming closure of Lompoc Tavern, its original pub at 1620 NW 23rd Ave.

Cigar City Expands International Distribution to Scandinavia

Cigar City Brewing’s rapid growth continues in 2018 with the addition of its first full-time international partnership in nearly eight years. CCB has partnered with Great Brands AB of Stockholm, Sweden, to distribute its portfolio of unique ales and lagers throughout Scandinavia.

Axholme Brewing’s Docks Beers Cans New Beers

In a first for Lincolnshire, Docks Beers – Grimsby’s only commercial brewery – has begun the inaugural canning of three new beers in advance of their launch at the end of September. They also unveiled three striking can designs, produced by Aylesby agency Source Four.

Badger State Brewing Announces Expansion

Badger State Brewing Co. has announced the expansion of its production facility, adding new brewing systems as well as additional packaging and processing equipment.

WaveGrip Partners with Royal Docks Brewing

WaveGrips’s innovative multi-packing applicator and brand defining colored carriers are helping Royal Docks Brewing Co. increase its packaged beer output.

SPX Flow Names New Certified Channel Partner

Through its Seital® brand, SPX FLOW is a leading provider of high-performance liquid/liquid and liquid/solid separation and clarification technology. To support customers in the United Kingdom, it has announced the appointment of Moody Direct Ltd as a new certified channel partner.

UpCountry Brewing Releases 2 New Beers

UpCountry Brewing has released two new beers this week: a Belgian Tripel and a new Pale Ale. The brewery, with twenty of its own beers on tap, is channeling its creativity with different beer recipes and styles for taproom visitors to enjoy.

Einstök Re-Launches in Colorado with Elite Brands

Einstök Ölgerð, Iceland’s number one craft beer, has announced a new distribution partnership in Colorado with Denver-based Elite Brands. Elite, recently awarded Craft Beer Wholesaler of the year by the Brewers Association in 2017, has over 15 years’ experience in the Colorado market.