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Rivertowne Brewing Expands Distribution to Massachusetts

Rivertowne Brewing, an independent craft brewery located just outside of Pittsburgh in neighboring Murrysville/Export has entered into agreement with Coastal Craft Distributors located in Southeastern MA.

MillerCoors CMO to Depart on July 27

MillerCoors CMO to Depart on July 27

MillerCoors chief marketing officer David Kroll will leave the company on July 27, CEO Gavin Hattersley wrote in a memo to distributors and employees on Monday. Kroll, who joined MillerCoors in mid-2012 as a vice president in charge of U.S. marketing and took over as CMO in July 2015, is leaving to “pursue other independent business interests,” Hattersley said.

Another International Acquisition: London’s Fourpure Brewing Sells to Kirin-Owned Lion

Another International Acquisition: London’s Fourpure Brewing Sells to Kirin-Owned Lion

As sales of U.S. craft beer have begun to slow, so too has the appetite for domestic dealmaking. More recently, however, there’s been an uptick in the number of international craft acquisitions — including a pair of well-regarded London-based breweries. London’s Fourpure Brewing Co. announced today a 100 percent sale to Australia-headquartered and Kirin-owned Lion Pty Limited.

Hofbrauhaus Freising to Begin US Distribution

&H Independent Premium Brands East, importer of the world’s finest beers, welcomes the addition of Hofbrauhaus Freising, a world class Bavarian brewery, into its portfolio of premium, international brands.

Wartega Brewing to Release New England-Style IPA with Ginger

Wartega, Brooklyn’s herb, spice and fruit beer brewery is releasing its first canned New England-style IPA, with a Wartega twist. “Ginger Hoopla” is a pint-sized hazebro palate-pleaser brewed with hops from down under to give you that thick, juicy flavor you love with the addition of ginger for a bit of a zip and zing!