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Adelbert’s Brewery and The Rare Beer Club Partner to Support Pints for Prostates

Adelbert’s Brewery of Austin, Texas, and The Rare Beer Club®, which ships unique craft beers nationwide, are teaming up to benefit the Pints for Prostates campaign. Adelbert’s is releasing specially labeled bottles of Scratchin’ Hippo to create awareness and support the mission of Pints for Prostates, which uses the universal language of beer to reach men with an important health message.

Hilliard’s Beer Launches One-Run Series

Hilliard’s Beer announces the launch of it’s One-Run Series with the making of their first ever Imperial IPA. The One-Run Series is born out of a monthly collaboration in which the entire brewery staff works together to create a beer they’ve always wanted to make.

Figueroa Mountain Debuts Hip Hoppy Series

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company likes to have a good time and it shows with two new upcoming beer releases. In addition to producing their iconic, Santa Ynez Valley-inspired beers, the team at FigMtnBrew has announced the debut of a brand new line-up packaged in 12-ounce cans.

Ten Pin Brewing Prepares For 2016 Launch

The Russell Family, owners of the iconic Lake Bowl since 1957, are breaking ground on property adjacent to the bowling alley to build a new 7,500 barrel brewery capable of expanding quickly to 21,000 barrels. The new facility will be the home of Ten Pin Brewing.

AleSmith Brewing Releases 2015 Decadence Ale

AleSmith Brewing Company has released a limited supply of its 2015 Decadence Anniversary Ale to celebrate its 20th year in production. AleSmith’s Decadence Anniversary Ale was originally brewed in 2005 to celebrate the brewery’s first decade in business.

Last Call: Utah Brewers Cooperative Makes Cuts; Starbucks Expands Late Night Program

Last Call: Utah Brewers Cooperative Makes Cuts; Starbucks Expands Late Night Program

Three top-level employees of the Utah Brewers Cooperative, comprised of Squatters and Wasatch Beers, were laid off from the company last week, reports the Salt Lake Tribune. According to the website, the company let go of brewmaster Dan Burick, CFO Sean Boyle and national sales director George Allen as part of a restructuring initiative.

Upland Brewing Releases Teddy Bear Kisses in September

Upland Brewing Co. today announced that Teddy Bear Kisses will be available on draught in select craft beer bars and in 4-packs throughout our distribution area on September 15. It will be on tap at Upland locations on September 25

Helm’s Brewing Expands Distribution to Denver

San Diego, CA— Helm’s Brewing Company is bringing their Southern California craft beer to Denver, Colorado with new distribution partner New Age Beverage. This marks the first major out of market distribution contract for Helm’s Brewing Company. Helm’s Brewing will be selling 22-ounce bottles of Captain’s Pale Ale, Batten Down Brown, Wicked as Sin IPA… Read more »

Seattle Cider Expands Distribution to Nevada

Seattle Cider Company and Wirtz Beverage Group are excited to announce a new partnership and the fast approaching launch of Seattle Cider’s unique selection of dry craft ciders in Nevada.

Jester King Releases Amicis Mortis

We’re pleased to introduce Amicis Mortis — a farmhouse ale brewed with sweet potatoes, chili peppers, and coconut in collaboration with Brasserie Dunham in Dunham, Quebec.

Beer Institute Revises Marketing & Advertising Code

Beer Institute Revises Marketing & Advertising Code

The Beer Institute has updated its voluntary marketing and advertising code in an effort to streamline how breweries and importers self-regulate the promotion of their products.

Reuters: Dozens of Craft Breweries For Sale

Reuters: Dozens of Craft Breweries For Sale

There are now more than a dozen craft brewers looking to sell all or parts of their businesses, according to a Reuters article that, citing unnamed sources, claims beer companies like Lagunitas, SweetWater Brewing, Ballast Point and even Dogfish Head are exploring transactions. One of those companies, New York City’s Brooklyn Brewery, has consistently turned down investments from private equity firms for more than 20 years, founder Steve Hindy told the news service.

Foolproof Releases Peanut Butter Raincloud Porter

Foolproof Brewing Company has partnered with fellow Pawtucket small business Nuts ‘N More to brew a peanut butter version of Foolproof’s popular Raincloud porter.