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Martinelli’s to Release 1868 Hard Cider for 150th Anniversary

To commemorate its 150th anniversary, family owned and operated S. Martinelli & Company is introducing 1868 Hard Cider.  Currently in limited distribution on the West Coast, this fresh-pressed hard cider was named in recognition of the year the company was founded.

Redemption Rock Brewing Readies For Opening

Redemption Rock Brewing Co. announced plans to open a new craft brewery, taproom, and cafe in Worcester, Mass., opening in late 2018 or early 2019. The brewery will be based at 333 Shrewsbury St.

National Beer Wholesalers Association Hires Veteran Communicator Lauren Kane

The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA), the leading advocate for America’s independent beer distributors, announced today it has named Lauren Kane as Vice President of Communications. Kane brings over 15 years of professional experience to NBWA having previously worked at the White House and the U.S. Department of the Treasury, in state government and the beverage industry.

Meheen Manufacturing Expands Leadership Team

Meheen Manufacturing, the premier U.S. designer and manufacturer of craft beverage canning and bottling systems, has announced the addition of two new executives to its leadership team.

Heineken USA Launches Dos Equis Mexican Pale Ale

Top Mexican Import Dos Equis, one of the fastest growing beers on draught in the on-premise channel, is debuting a new beer to keep fans funneling into bars and restaurants nationwide with the launch of a Mexican Pale Ale, a traditional Pale Ale with a Mexican twist that is fuller bodied and delivers a subtle kick of heat.

Bell’s Hopsoulution Double IPA Joins Year-Round Lineup

Two brand new Bell’s beers have been announced for 2019, but Bell’s Brewery has more in store for craft beer fans this fall. Michigan’s largest independent craft brewery is proud to announce the addition of Hopsoulution, one of its Double IPAs, to its year-round lineup in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin.

Sloop Brewing Co. Opens Tasting Room and Brewery

At 3 pm Saturday,September 15, Sloop Brewing Co. will throw open the doors to the Factory– their new kitchen, tasting room, and brewery located at 755 East Dr. in theEast Fishkill iPark campus, formerly an IBM plant.

Ecliptic Brewing Transitions to 500mL Bottles

Ecliptic Brewing is proud to announce a transition to a smaller, 500ml format for their bottled beer selections. Since the brewery’s opening Ecliptic has packaged its beers in 22oz bottles. The transition to 500ml for all of the series will begin in September.

Thirsty Monk Releases Trail Monk Fall IPA

Thirsty Monk, brewer of Belgian-Rooted Modern Ales and operator of world-recognized craft beer and craft cocktail bars, is proud to present a galvanized beer program to support nonprofit efforts that align with its company values with its new Karma Series— featuring a unique beer brewed each quarter with a different charitable focus.

Last Call: Stone Names New COO; Wild Heaven Unveils a $5 Pale Ale

Last Call: Stone Names New COO; Wild Heaven Unveils a $5 Pale Ale

In this week’s edition of Last Call: Stone Brewing hires a new COO, Atlanta’s Wild Heaven Beer unveils a $5 pale ale at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Anheuser-Busch heir Adolphus A. Busch V launches a cannabis company and more.