Denver’s Renegade Brewing today announced the sale of an undisclosed stake to Silver Fox Partners, a Northeastern family office founded earlier this year by Anne Mulcahy, the former CEO and Chairwoman of the Xerox Corporation. Specific financial terms of the deal, which was finalized last Wednesday, were not disclosed.
Boulder Beer Company, Colorado’s First Craft Brewery, brings back its limited release beer Slope Style Red IPA, now packaged in 12 oz. cans for the first time.
Texas-based contract brewery Guns & Oil Beer has reached an agreement to take over the former Payette Brewing Co. production facility located about two miles outside of Boise, in Garden City, Idaho. In a conversation with Brewbound, Guns & Oil founder Cary Prewitt said he’s taken out bank loans to finance the $1 million project, including acquiring Payette’s 15-barrel brewhouse. He added that he’s signed a five-year lease on the 11,000 sq. ft. property.
Atlanta brewery Second Self Beer Company announces the return of its seasonal favorite JunIPA (6.4% ABV, 43 IBU), an IPA inspired by gin. Brewed for cool, crisp weather, JunIPA is brewed with citrusy Amarillo and Cascade hops plus juniper berries, then “dry-hopped” with juniper and rosemary.
“Excess equals success It’s time to triple down!” This was the mantra that brought us the 2017 rare release of Triple Barrel Big Bad Baptist and it perfectly sums up Epic’s attitude toward brewing.
Those that tuned into to watch the Houston Astros capture their first World Series title by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night were treated to a barrage of alcohol ads during the three-and-a-half-hour affair. Two beer companies — Constellation Brands and Boston Beer — sprung for multiple Game 7 spots, marketing a wide variety of beer, cider, and flavored malt beverage brands to more than 28 million viewers.
In this week’s edition of Last Call, Bear Republic raises funds for wildfire victims; New York’s MTA bans booze ads; Boulevard announces the release of its first cider; Black Star Line finds a home; and more.
As cooler weather settles in on the northeast, Brewery Ommegang is pleased to introduce their latest limited edition brew: Ommegang Smoked Porter. This nod to a traditional English beer is brewed with subtle additions of smoked malt and a touch of Saaz hops to add additional depth and character to an otherwise traditional English brew.