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“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.
Portland Cider Company has released its popular Cranberry cider to its lineup of seasonal ciders.
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.
Indeed, the latest Anniversary Ale — dubbed XXI, signifying the Firestone Walker’s 21st year on California’s Central Coast — was once again created with guiding input from friendly local winemakers. The result is an inspired blend of five distinct beers aged in spirits barrels: Velvet Merkin (oatmeal stout, 42%), Parabola (Russian imperial oatmeal stout, 18%), Stickee Monkee (Central Coast quad, 17%), Bravo (imperial brown ale, 14%) and Helldorado (blonde barleywine, 9%).
Releasing in bottles for the first time, Oak-Aged Siracusa Nera, a Russian Imperial Stout from Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, is shipping to taps and shelves on November 3.
Lindemans Brewery and Merchant du Vin are pleased to announce that the latest masterpiece from Lindemans, Lindemans GingerGueuze Lambic, will become available across the USA during the month of November.
Ska Brewing is excited to release the Sour Apple Gose. The scent of sweet apple blossoms give way to a honey and lemony tartness from the citra hops and souring, boasting a 5.1% ABV.
Catawba Brewing taps a Passion Fruit Gose (5.4 percent ABV) on Thursday, November 2. This refreshing wheat ale was soured in the kettle with Lactobacillus, and features additions of passion fruit puree and sea salt.
Northern Kentucky University Department of Athletics and Braxton Brewing Company have reached a partnership through Norse Sports Properties, a Learfield Sports property.
Elkmont Exchange Brewery & Eating House has announced that they will open to the public on Monday, November, 6.
Constantia Flexibles has successfully completed the sale of its Labels division to Multi-Color Corporation for an enterprise value of approximately €1.15 billion ($1.3 billion). All required regulatory authorities have cleared the transaction. Constantia Flexibles has received approximately €830 million in cash and will continue to participate in the future success story of Multi-Color through a 16.6% shareholding.
On Thursday, November 2, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant will release Citra IPA in cans, making one of their most popular seasonal beers available in conveniently portable packaging for the first time.
