Jester King Releases Vulgar Affectation
We are excited to introduce Jester King Vulgar Affectation — a nearly one year old farmhouse ale brewed with native lemon beebalm and horehound growing in the fields surrounding our brewery.
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Newburyport Brewing Announces Two New 1635 Series Beers
The Newburyport Brewing Company, Massachusetts’ all-can and keg craft brewery, today announces two new 1635 Series small batch Weissbiers – “Yankee Red” and “Yankee Blue”.
As Consumer Interest Grows, Brewers Explore Non-GMO Certifications
Owned by employees and powered by wind, New Belgium has long touted its commitment to the social good. The latest designation the company is after, though, is one that has been seemingly celebrated and challenged in equal measure. New Belgium is in the process of becoming non-GMO verified.
CBA Executives Explain Disappointing Quarter
Shares of Craft Brew Alliance (BREW) plunged today following yesterday’s after-hours release of weaker than expected second quarter earnings. During a quarterly earnings call, CEO Andy Thomas tried his best to reassure investors that the company’s performance in home markets, and its continued investment against a long-term strategy of improving gross margins, were bright spots in an otherwise disappointing three-month period.
Sea Dog Clearwater Releases Snicker Doodle Porter
Clearwater’s local Sea Dog / Shipyard brewer Bobby Baker releases his Snicker Doodle Porter, a medium to full body porter with a strong malty background while the brown sugar, cinnamon, and sweet coffee malt create a warm, bready finish. 7.7% ABV, and 35 IBU’s.
Hi-Wire Expands Distribution to Fayetteville, North Carolina
Asheville-based Hi-Wire Brewing has signed with Healy Wholesale to expand its distribution beyond its current reach into the Fayetteville area of North Carolina. Once this expansion takes place, Hi-Wire Brewing will be available in restaurants, bottle shops and grocery stores across all of North Carolina.
Satellite Logistics Group Appoints Craft Brand Account Manager
Satellite Logistics Group (SLG), a leading supply-chain solution provider for the beverage industry, announced today that Chris Spradley has joined the company as craft brand account manager. In this newly created position, Spradley will serve as a liaison between craft beer customers and the company’s innovation, technology and business development areas.
Deschutes to Bring Street Pub to Chicago
Deschutes Brewery is excited to bring their pop-up pub of epic proportions to Chicago on Saturday, August 22. The ultimate craft beer block party, this 402-foot custom bar will be pouring beers from 40 taps in Logan Square at N. Milwaukee & N. California Avenue
CBA Reports ‘Disappointing’ Second Quarter Earnings
Craft Brew Alliance today released its second quarter earnings results, which were highlighted by flat year-to-date depletion growth against a comparable six-month period last year, leading to disappointing topline growth.
Lost Abbey Buys Out Former Partner Charged with Grand Theft, Embezzlement
It took 18 months, but Port Brewing/The Lost Abbey has finally bought out its disgraced former CFO, James Comstock. Comstock, a founding partner in the Port Brewing/Lost Abbey business, was arrested on Dec. 18, 2013 on charges that he took more than $200,000 from a San Diego-area nonprofit, ArtSplash, where he served as treasurer. Following his arrest, Comstock was immediately let go from the beer company and eventually pleaded guilty to embezzlement charges last July. He was sentenced to three years probation.
Modern Times Announces Multi-Million Dollar Expansion
Since its launch in mid-2013, Modern Times Beer has been in a constant and neverending state of growth. After opening the doors to its production facility in the Point Loma area of San Diego, the company quickly began making plans for a separate off-site taproom in the craft-centric neighborhood of North Park.
AleSmith Expands Distribution to Minnesota & Virginia
AleSmith Brewing Company, a 20-year-old, award-winning San Diego craft brewery, signed with Clear River Beverage Company to distribute in Minnesota. In Virginia, AleSmith contracted with Specialty Beverage.
Oskar Blues Releases an IPA
Oskar Blues Brewery is releasing a new IPA, Oskar Blues IPA, this August, in all 44 states in which Oskar Blues is sold.
SanTan Brewing Releases Oktoberfest Lager
With increased public demand, SanTan Brewing Company has announced the early release of their fall seasonal, Oktoberfest Lager.