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Widmer Brothers Brewing Launches Hefe Berry Lime

Widmer Brothers is gearing up for the start of summer – launching a new beer, Hefe Berry Lime, and announcing the ambitious event line up of the brewery’s annual 100 Days of Hefe summer celebration. Hefe Berry Lime is a playful take on Widmer Brothers Hefe, brewed with a blend of Oregon marionberries, blackberries, lime, and kaffir lime leaves. The result is a tart and refreshing, wheat beer that is perfect for the warmer summer months ahead.

Anheuser-Busch Extends ‘Patriotic Packaging’ Line with Camouflage Aluminum Budweiser Bottles

This summer, Budweiser is extending its lineup of patriotic packaging to feature America bottles and cans along with the introduction of military-inspired Camouflage aluminum bottles, both dedicated to the men and women of our Armed Forces. Continuing its longstanding support of those who serve, Budweiser is partnering with Folds of Honor for its sixth consecutive year to help raise funds and provide educational scholarships to families of fallen and disabled soldiers.

Thielmann Announces Opening of US Keg Facility

Thielmann – The Container Company, leader in stainless steel beverage container manufacturing, is proud to announce the opening of its U.S. facility in Houston, Texas. The North American market is one of the most important markets for Thielmann and by investing in the new facility, Thielmann emphasizes this commitment and offers the same quality kegs at dramatically shortened lead times to its customers.

NBWA: America’s Independent Beer Distributors Prepare for Summer Beer Season

As Memorial Day weekend approaches, America’s more than 3,000 independent beer distributors are helping retailers stock up for the start of the summer beer selling season by delivering an unprecedented variety of beer brands and building tens of thousands eye-catching displays in local stores to welcome summer.

Danny Boy Beer Works Expands to South Bend, Bloomington

Danny Boy Beer Works, the fast-growing craft brewery based in Carmel, Indiana, announces the grand opening of its new South Bend location, Danny Boy Draft Works Notre Dame, located in the heart of the Notre Dame campus and athletic fields.

Regional Brewers Hit Hardest by Craft Slowdown

Regional Brewers Hit Hardest by Craft Slowdown

Production at 25 of the top 50 Brewers Association-defined craft breweries didn’t grow last year, according new data released today by the trade organization.

Mayflower Brewing Company to Release New World IPA

Mayflower Brewing Company, America’s Hometown brewery, is pleased to announce the release of a new year-round beer called “New World IPA” starting this week. New World IPA is an unfiltered American IPA that will be available in kegs and 6-pack cans.

Rogue Ales & Spirits Releasing Hot Tub Helles Lager

Rogue Ales & Spirits announces the release of Hot Tub Scholarship Lager, a refreshing German-style helles lager, just in time for the spring and summer season.

Boulder Beer Co. to Open Second Location in Downtown Boulder

Boulder Beer Company, Colorado’s First Craft Brewery, has partnered with Frank Day to open a second Boulder Beer location on Walnut Street in downtown Boulder where the Walnut Brewery currently operates.