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Epic Brewing Releases Big Bad Baptist Reserve

Just over 600 cases of this extremely limited release were made and Big Bad Baptist Reserve will be released to select markets throughout the United States starting in mid April.

UNEX Manufacturing Acquires SpeedCell

UNEX Manufacturing, Inc., the trusted industry leader in providing innovative order picking solutions, announces the acquisition of SpeedCell Storage Systems of Zeeland, MI.

MillerCoors Releases Henry’s Hard Sparkling in Slim Cans

Just in time for spring, Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water is now available in new 12-ounce slim cans at retailers nationwide. With only 88 calories and no sugar per 12-ounces, Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water has the lowest calories and sugar amongst the largest players in the category.

Anheuser-Busch Introduces Bud Light Orange

Just in time for summer, Bud Light is expanding the brand’s citrus portfolio with a refreshed Bud Light Lime and the addition of Bud Light Orange. Both light lagers are brewed with real lime and orange peels and deliver a clean and crisp taste that highlights natural citrus flavors in every sip.

Following Sale to VC Firm, Smuttynose Regroups

Following Sale to VC Firm, Smuttynose Regroups

Less than one month after announcing plans to purchase Smuttynose Brewing Company from Provident Bank, New Hampshire’s Runnymede Investments has finalized its deal for the struggling Portsmouth-area craft brewery and launched a 90-day plan aimed at helping it return to growth.

Boston Cannons to Open Craft Beer Garden

The Boston Cannons of Major League Lacrosse (MLL) announced today that the club will open a Craft Beer Garden for the four home games at Harvard Stadium and two at Endicott College during the 2018 season.

Sly Fox Brewing to Release SRT Ale

Sly Fox Brewing Company will release SRT Ale as a year-round brand on April 21 during the SRT Spree  at St. Michaels Park in Mont Clare, PA.

St. Francis Brewery to Release Belgian Sunrise Blond ale

On Saturday, April 21st at 11 am St. Francis Brewery will release Belgian Sunrise in Chardonnay Barrels, a Belgian-style Blonde ale brewed with apricots that has been aged in Chardonnay barrels for several months.