News

Craft beer industry news.

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.

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.