California lawmakers are considering two new pieces of legislation — one that would expand retail sales privileges for the state’s brewpubs and another bill, backed by Anheuser-Busch InBev, that would allow beer manufacturers to give away glassware to bars and restaurants.
Sixth City Distribution today announced a partnership with St. Louis-based Perennial Artisan Alee. Perennial will be found in key craft establishments in Ohio beginning the week of July 30th with both package and draft options available.
In the latest round of People Moves: Modern Times scales back its taproom staff; North Carolina’s guild director departs; and more beer company changes.
Switchback Brewing’s legendary Switchback Ale – a 100 percent unfiltered, 100 percent naturally carbonated, well-balanced reddish amber ale – is now available in popular 16oz cans.
Oskar Blues Brewery is stoked to announce the return of their cold brew-crammed beer, Hotbox Coffee Porter. In years past, this roasty, malty, wake-up-call of a porter was available only in the fall as a seasonal brew; however, the Beans-Plus-Beer Cult surrounding Hotbox Coffee Porter has grown. The people demand the right to mix their vices all year long – both in taprooms and nationwide, and Oskar Blues will appease the masses this fall starting with kick-off events on August 4.
Founders Brewing Co. has announced the return of seasonal favorite and former ArtPrize winner, Mosaic Promise. Available until November 2018, Mosaic Promise has a new can design, which celebrates the artsy heritage of this beer.
New Belgium Brewing is bringing back three fan favorites to help make the fall transition a little easier. Returning to tantalize taste buds across the nation are Voodoo Ranger Atomic Pumpkin, a spicy fall classic with a definite twist on traditional pumpkin beers; Le Terroir, one of New Belgium’s most popular wood-aged sours; and Tartastic Lemon Ginger, a refreshing tank-soured ale.
Boston Beer Company’s return to growth continued for a second consecutive quarter. The company — which makes the Samuel Adams, Angry Orchard, Twisted Tea, and Truly Spiked & Sparkling products — yesterday reported its second-quarter earnings results, which were highlighted by a 10.2 percent increase in net revenue to $273.1 million. For the 26-week period ending June 30, Boston Beer’s net revenue was up 13.2 percent, to $463.6 million.