Voodoo Brewing Company to Open New Taproom
The employee-owners of Voodoo Brewing Company, a WesternPennsylvanian Artisan Beer Producer, are thrilled to announce the grand opening of their new taproom this Saturday, July 29th at 11AM.
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The Hop Concept to Release Mosaic and Eureka IPA
Mosaic and Eureka, releasing for only the second time, continues The Hop Concept’s exploration into partnering select hops together.
Seaport Capital Acquires Keg Logistics
Private equity firm Seaport Capital (“Seaport”) announced today that it has acquired Keg Logistics LLC (“Keg Logistics” or “the Company”), an outsourced keg management provider that services local, regional and national craft breweries in the U.S., Canada and U.K. The existing management team and Bregal Sagemount, the prior majority owner of the business, reinvested alongside Seaport in the transaction. The Keg Logistics management team will continue to lead the Company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Ballast Point to Open Chicago Brewpub in 2018
An already competitive craft beer scene in Chicago is about to get even more crowded. Constellation Brands – a beer, wine and spirits producer that makes popular import beer labels such as Corona, Pacifico and Modelo — yesterday announced plans to open a Ballast Point outpost in Chicago early next year.
Church Street Brewing Company to Release Heavenly Helles with New Label
Church Street Brewing Company is officially releasing its award-winning Heavenly Helles beer with their new label.
Anheuser-Busch InBev Names New North America VP of Legal and Corporate Affairs
Anheuser-Busch InBev has hired Cesar Vargas as North America Zone VP of Legal and Corporate Affairs, effective September 1.
Mill Street Still and Brew’s Beer and Vodka to be Distributed by New West Distributing
Micron Precision Crafted Beers and 10 Torr Vacuum Distilled Spirits are proud to announce a partnership with New West Distributing, Inc. of Sparks, NV to expand availability beyond their Mill Street Still & Brew tap house/brewery/distillery.
Last Call: Alcohol Suppliers Fined Millions in Pennsylvania; Total Wine Scores a Win in Massachusetts
In this week’s Last Call: Alcohol suppliers agree to pay millions in penalties in Pennsylvania; Total Wine scores a win in Massachusetts; Dixie Brewing announces plans to return to New Orleans; and BrewDog declares Australian interest.
Breakthru Beverage Moves into Massive New Colorado Facility
Colorado beer, wine and spirits wholesaler Breakthru Beverage has consolidated its four Aurora-based locations into a new 647,500 sq. ft. facility on the east side of Denver.
Genesee Brew House Releases Grüngeist Pale Ale in Pilot Batch Series
The latest release from the Genesee Brew House Pilot Batch series encourages craft beer lovers to rethink their expectations of the classic American Pale Ale.
Pedal Haus Releases Rye New England-style IPA in Honor of Late Brewer
With the recent passing of Pedal Haus’ Assistant Brewer, Ian Campbell O’Neill in February, downtown Tempe’s Pedal Haus Brewery has released a tribute beer in his greatest honor.
Boston Beer Company Reports Improved Revenue, Depletions Trends
After revenue and depletions declined 14 percent during the first quarter of 2017, Boston Beer Company rebounded in Q2, today reporting revenue growth of 1 percent and depletion decreases of just 3 percent versus the same period a year ago. In a press release, the company – which makes Samuel Adams beer, Angry Orchard Hard Cider, Twisted Tea, Truly Spiked & Sparkling seltzers and other offerings — said it sold nearly 1.1 million barrels of product during the 13-week period ending July 1, 2017. The company sold about the same amount of liquid during the second quarter of 2016.
Innis & Gunn Introduces 2 Limited-Edition Beers
Innis & Gunn will be introducing two small batch limited edition beers in the upcoming months. These beers will inaugurate two new series; Latitude and Longitude launching this month and Vanishing Point, available this fall.
Craft Brew Alliance Begins Selling Kona Brewing’s Hula Hefeweizen in California and Nevada
Kona Brewing Company has brought one of its most popular small batch creations from the Kona Brewery in Kona-Kailua, HI to the mainland. Now available in California and Nevada, the traditional Bavarian-style weissbier is medium- to full-bodied with a pronounced fruitiness (banana/apple) and spicy characteristics (clove/nutmeg).