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Southern Star Brewing Introduces New Cans

Southern Star Brewing is pleased to announce the first release of our one-off line (previously known loosely as “Taproom Series”) in 12 oz cans. The artwork for the one-off can line showcases individual artists by featuring an existing piece of art on the can itself.

MobCraft Beer Signs with River City Distribution

MobCraft Beer Has entered into a distribution agreement with River City Distributing of Watertown, Wisconsin for the distribution of MobCraft Beer in the Wisconsin Counties of Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Walworth, Waukesha, Washington, Rock, Jefferson, Dodge, Fond Du Lac, Winnebago, Outagamie, Green Lake, Dane, Green, Lafayette, Iowa, Columbus, and Sauk.

Surf Brewery Releases Latest Scientific Series Offering

Surf Brewery, a small craft brewery, open since 2011, with an onsite tasting room and homebrew shop, and only Southern California distribution, announced they are releasing their third barrel aged beer on October 13, under the Scientific Series™ label. The initial two both won gold medals at the Los Angeles International Beer Competition in 2014 & 2015.

Weyerbacher Brewing Releases New Double IPA

On Tuesday, October 13, Weyerbacher Brewing Company introduced its Double IPA #1, the first release from their new IPA series. Weyerbacher’s new IPA series will bring IPA fans four new IPAs each year. Simply called IPA or Double IPA, this revolving small batch series is a great way to enjoy the freshest Weyerbacher IPA. Each new recipe will feature different hops that have been carefully selected by Weyerbacher’s brewers.

Stormcloud Brewing Company Brews Harvest Beer with 100 Percent Michigan Ingredients

With the arrival of harvest season, Stormcloud Brewing Company has produced three harvest beers to celebrate the transition from summer to autumn and Michigan’s bounty of seasonal crops. While all three beers are brewed with hops grown in northern Michigan, one of the beers, a Harvest Saison, is brewed exclusively with 100% Michigan grown and harvested ingredients.

Left Hand Brewing’s Fade to Black Returns

Fade to Black, that time of year when the skies turn dark, ushering the return of Left Hand’s Foreign Export Stout for the winter season. Fade to Black is a style-leader with a cult following – winning its third Gold Medal, in the three years it has been entered, just weeks ago at the 2015 Great American Beer Festival.

National Beer Wholesalers Association Announces 2015-2016 Board of Directors Officers

The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is proud to announce its Board of Directors officers for the 2015-2016 term. Travis Markstein, president of Markstein Beverage Co. in San Marcos, California, takes the helm as chairman of the Board. He assumed the position and its responsibilities during NBWA’s 78th Annual Convention and Trade Show held October 11 – 14 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

SanTan Brewing Company Introduces New Look

Aiming to establish a consistent brand image across all of its products, SanTan Brewing Company has unveiled an exciting new look. The brewery’s award-winning family of craft beers, sold in Rexam 12 oz. cans, has been united with a cohesive appearance that consumers will recognize.

Bridgeport Brewing Company Announces New Year-Round IPA

BridgePort Brewing Company, Oregon’s oldest craft brewery, proudly announced today the newest brew in their year-round portfolio, STUMPTOWN CandyPeel IPA. Portland, the city that started it all for BridgePort Brewing Company, was once known as Stumptown and is now the inspiration behind this new, bold recipe.

Pelican Brewing Breaks Ground on Cannon Beach Brewpub

Pelican Brewing Company officially broke ground on a new Cannon Beach Brewpub location on Tuesday, September 28th. The groundbreaking was attended by just over 120 city officials, local business people, citizens, Pelican fans, and Pelican staff who enjoyed beer sampling and appetizers catered by John Newman and the team from Newman’s at 988. The festivities included a ceremonial “golden shovel” ground breaking and speeches from the Mayor, President of the Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce, and Pelican owners and senior leadersh

Constellation Brands Joins TEAM Coalition

Representatives from Constellation Brands Beer Division, the third largest beer company in the U.S., announced today that the company has joined Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management (TEAM) Coalition, an alliance that promotes responsible drinking and positive fan behavior at sports and entertainment facilities.

Straub Brewery Receives ‘Brewer Partner of the Year’ Award at NBWA Convention

Straub Brewery Inc. proudly accepted one of three “NBWA Brewer Partner of the Year Awards,” during the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) 78th Annual Convention and Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Straub’s award focused on beer wholesaler relations and sales execution.