Firestone Walker Launches Iowa Distribution
Firestone Walker Brewing Company and Johnson Brothers of Iowa today announced a new partnership that will initiate the distribution of Firestone Walker beers across Iowa starting in mid May.
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Dogfish Head New Brewings & Eats to Open in Downtown Rehoboth
In celebration of twenty-two years sharing off-centered ales, wood-fired food, handcrafted spirits and original music,Dogfish Head Craft Brewery is excited to announce the opening of the newDogfish Head Brewings & Eats on Friday, May 19.
Gathering Place Brewing Hires Former Widmer Brothers Brewer Corey Blodgett
Gathering Place Brewing Company has hired Corey Blodgett to be the Head Brewer. Blodgett, a native of Waterford, WI, is an award-winning brewer with more than 14 years of brewing experience at craft breweries in the Pacific Northwest.
Nickel Brook Immodest IIPA Going to The Beer Store
Nickel Brook has announced that it will be listing its Immodest Imperial IPA for a limited time in 157 Beer Store locations.
Creature Comforts Releasing Tritonia Gose with Cucumber and Lime
Creature Comforts Brewing Company will release Tritonia with Cucumber and Lime in May. The beer will be available on draft early May in addition to being packaged in 12-ounce cans for the first time in late May.
Press Clips: Texas House Advances Taproom Bill; Georgia Governor Signs Direct Sales Bill into Law
In Monday’s edition of Press Clips: The Texas House advances taproom bill; Georgia governor signs direct sales bill into law; Miller Lite, Samuel Adams begin work with new ad agencies; and much more.
City Star Brewing Releases Troubadour Brown Ale Aged in Whiskey Barrels in Bottles
The latest in City Star’s Barrel Aged Series will be released in the City Star taproom on Saturday, May 6th: Troubadour, a brown ale aged 3 months in KJ Wood Distillers whiskey oak barrels.
Growler Delivery Startup Hopsy Opens San Diego Distribution Center
Hopsy, an online marketplace and beer growler delivery service headquartered in the Bay Area of California, has expanded to craft beer-soaked San Diego with the opening of a 4,500 sq. ft. distribution center and retail shop. The company, which delivered beer from over 20 Bay Area breweries to more than 10,000 customers during its first year, began selling products this month from a number of well-known San Diego breweries, including Coronado Brewing and Belching Beaver.
Last Call: Texas Craft Brewers Oppose Taproom Bill; Sierra Nevada Looks to Break from Nevada Wholesaler
In this week’s Last Call, the Texas Craft Brewers Guild petitions against taproom bill; Sierra Nevada looks to breakaway from Nevada wholesaler; CBA responds to Kona lawsuit; and much more.
Upland Announces Washington, D.C., Distribution Deal
Upland Brewing Co. is continuing their expansion of wood-aged sour distribution in Washington D.C. after experiencing success in other east coast markets.
Seattle Cider Co. Harvest Series Returns
Seattle Cider Company is excited to announce the upcoming release of its popular Harvest Series, handcrafted at the cidery each fall and featuring the distinct flavors of Washington-grown fruit.
Evans Brewing Company Hires New Head of Sales
Evans Brewing Company (OTCQB: ALES), the oldest craft brewery in Orange County, CA and owner of The Public House by Evans Brewing Co. in DT Fullerton, CA and soon to open at the Bella Terra Mall in Huntington Beach, has hired Peter Pallad, a former high end craft manager for an AB InBev owned distributor, to head up brewery sales. Mr. Pallad is an industry veteran with over 8 years in the craft beer industry selling craft beer in New York City.
Stone Brewing Reports 18 Percent First-Quarter Growth
Stone Brewing Company got off to a self-proclaimed “epic” start in the first quarter of 2017, reporting growth of 18 percent through the first three months of the year.
Fireman’s Brew Announces Nationwide Launch of IPA
Fireman’s Brew, the fast-growing Los Angeles-based craft beer company founded by two California firefighters, today announces the multi-state launch of its most recent product release: Fireman’s Brew IPA. Previously available exclusively in California, the company’s take on a bold and refreshing West Coast-style India Pale Ale (IPA) made with a delicious and aromatic blend of Cascade, Columbus, Chinook and Galena hops will now be made available to their entire Fireman’s Brew distribution network across United States.