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The Last Call: California Eases Social Media Restrictions; Characteristics of Millennial Beer Drinkers Discussed

The Last Call: California Eases Social Media Restrictions; Characteristics of Millennial Beer Drinkers Discussed

Tweet Away, California Brewers At last, California-based beverage alcohol producers will be able to encourage purchasing via twitter and other social media platforms. Gov. Jerry Brown last week signed Assembly Bill 780, which enables brewers, distillers and vintners to identify retailers of their products on social media, according to the San Francisco Business Times. The… Read more »

Wisconsin Brewing to Produce for Pabst

VERONA, Wis. — Wisconsin Brewing Company announced today a new collaboration with Pabst Brewing Company (“Pabst”), the world’s largest American-owned brewer. Beginning on October 1, 2015, under the guidance of Greg Deuhs, Pabst’s Master Brewer, the Wisconsin Brewing Company began brewing Old Tankard Ale, a classic post prohibition American Ale from Pabst’s heritage portfolio that… Read more »

Anheuser-Busch to Become Leading Sponsor of South by Southwest Festival

Anheuser-Busch announced today it has inked a deal to become a leading sponsor of the South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Music, Film & Interactive Conferences and Festivals. This Super Sponsorship – the highest level of sponsorship available – begins at SXSW 2016 and puts America’s favorite beer – Bud Light – at the forefront of the most anticipated annual event where original music, independent film and emerging technologies converge.

Spencer Brewery to Release New Holiday Ale

The monks at Spencer Abbey today announced they are brewing a new beer called Spencer Holiday Ale to be released exclusively in Massachusetts the first week of November. “We’ve learned that people want seasonal offerings, so we decided to try this holiday brew,” said Fr. Isaac Keeley, Director of Spencer Brewery. “And, it’s being offered only in Massachusetts as the monks’ way of thanking our local customers who have supported us from the beginning.

Odell Brewing Celebrates the Return of ‘Friek’

At the end of October, Odell Brewing will celebrate the release of its Kriek-Framboise hybrid Lambic-style ale. Using a solera process, Friek is brewed with Colorado cherries, aged and soured in oak barrels and then blended. Fresh raspberries are added to the brew just prior to the blend.

Labatt to Purchase Popular Canadian Craft Brewer

Labatt to Purchase Popular Canadian Craft Brewer

The craft deals keep coming, this time north of the border. Labatt Breweries of Canada, a subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev, today announced it has acquired Toronto’s Mill Street Brewery. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Silver City Brewery Announces Two New Releases

Sieben Bräu is back. This tasty, German-inspired Helles lager was originally commissioned for the 7th Annual Seattle Beer Week, which took place this past May. The beer was such a “smash” hit with both Silver City brewers & fans alike that there was no question that it should return just in time for football season.

Constellation Brands Entering Craft with New Tocayo Line

Constellation Brands Entering Craft with New Tocayo Line

Constellation Brands is making its first foray into craft, this week introducing a new line of beers made in partnership with celebrity chef Rick Bayless and inspired by traditional Mexican ingredients. Operating under the identity “Tocayo,” which loosely translated means “of the same name,” Constellation’s first product, Tocayo Hominy White Ale, is a Belgian-style witbier brewed with hominy, a white corn popular in Central American and Mexican cuisine.

Highland Brewing Company to Release Second Warrior Series Beer

Highland Brewing Company will release Black Watch, the second brew of its high-gravity, limited release Warrior Series on Black Friday, Nov. 27, 2015. The Warrior Series and this double chocolate milk stout demonstrate the brewery’s move to experiment with bolder styles and higher gravity beers.

Oakshire Brewmaster Resigns

After more than six years at the helm of Oakshire Brewing’s production brewery in Eugene, OR, Matt Van Wyk is resigning to begin a new venture. His last day at Oakshire is planned for October 23rd,. Oakshire’s third annual Single Batch Fall Bierfest on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015 will serve as Matt Van Wyk’s send-off celebration.

Three Creeks Brewing Releases Crowdpleaser IPA

Three Creeks Brewing Co. is proud to announce the release of Crowdpleaser IPA in 22 oz bottles and draft. This new wave IPA uses a simple malt bill to showcase sought after hop varieties like Simcoe, Sorachi Ace, and Amarillo.

New English Brewing Company Brews Special Beer for Bine and Vine

We’re celebrating our 4th anniversary this month and we’re excited to announce New English Brewing Company has brewed a special beer for the occasion. Bine & Vine 4th Anniversary Ale, “Adams Avenue Imperial Porter,” is a Double/Imperial Porter brewed with a medium-roast, Guatemalan coffee from our neighbor, Dark Horse Coffee Roasters.

Lone Tree Brewing Company To Release Zombie Red IPA

Lone Tree Brewing Company’s Zombie Red IPA will be released on Saturday, October 24th at 11am. This taste of the Zombie Apocalypse balances malt sweetness and bold hops with bright citrus and subtle earthiness. The beer is 8.5 percent alcohol by volume with 90 IBUs.

Shmaltz Brewing Company Partners with Lake Beverage Company in Rochester

Shmaltz Brewing Company is thrilled to announce the partnership with a new distributor for its home state of New York, Lake Beverage Corporation. The latest addition to Shmaltz’s team of distributors across the country, Lake Beverage, enhances the regional retail presence and draft availability of the award-winning craft beer line