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Hangar 24 to Debut 7th Anniversary Pils

Hangar 24 Craft Brewery will debut their 7th Anniversary Pils, a German-style Pilsner, at the Hangar 24 AirFest and 7th Anniversary Celebration this Saturday, May 16th.

Oskar Blues Releases Pinner in 12-Packs

First there were kegs of draft. Then 6-packs rolled up and out. Next came an expanded mixed 12-pack, aka the PINNERtrated CANundrum hotbox. Now party 12-packs filled with 12-ounce CANs of juicy, crushable PINNER are lighting up shelves across the nation, building on the wild success of the draft, 6ers, and mixed 12s. So many different ways to get pinned.

Deschutes Brewery’s ‘Pop-Up Pub’ Hits Philly on May 30

Deschutes Brewery is packing up the world’s largest pop-up pub and heading over to Philadelphia for one day only on Saturday, May 30. The ultimate craft beer block party, this 402-foot custom bar will be slinging beers from 40 taps at Headhouse Plaza (South and S 2nd Streets). At each of its national stops, Deschutes Brewery will be donating 100 percent of proceeds from Street Pub to charity. In Philadelphia, Deschutes Brewery has teamed up with the Vetri Foundation which helps kids experience the connection between healthy eating and healthy living.

Drizly Sells Minority Stake to Wholesaler Group

An innovative technology company and an affiliate of the nation’s largest wine and spirits wholesaler association have formed a strategic alliance to accelerate the adoption of technologies enabling on-demand delivery within the three-tier U.S. beverage-alcohol industry. Drizly, the Boston, Mass.-based technology company powering a superior mobile shopping experience for beer, wine and spirits, and WSWA Services, LLC, an affiliate of the Washington, D.C.-headquartered Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) announced the collaboration today.

No-Li Features Small-Batch Brews During Beer Week

On Tuesday, No-Li kicked off their in-house events with the Collaboration Celebration. 13 breweries shared 7 collaboration beers with the world – and the world loved it! The beers ranged from a Belgian golden strong and a Raspberry Gose to No-Li’s own Taylor Shellfish collaboration Oyster Stout.

First Beverage Founder: Flood of Craft Deals Forthcoming

First Beverage Founder: Flood of Craft Deals Forthcoming

Here’s a bold prediction: 25 craft brewery transactions in the next 12 months. At least, that’s what Bill Anderson, the founder and CEO of investment and advisory firm First Beverage Group, believes is the inevitable short-term future for craft.

Hardywood to Release Second Beer in Collaborative Series

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is set to release the second beer in the Brewer & Artist Series this weekend. This series pairs a Hardywood brewer with a local artist of their choosing.

Rogue Releases Viktory for PSU Graduates

Portland State University (PSU) graduates will receive congratulations from more than just family and friends at commencement on June 14th. Rogue Ales, headquartered on the Oregon coast in Newport, will mark the occasion with a custom beer dedicated to the 5,800 graduates of the class of 2015.

Narragansett Expands Distribution Along East Coast

Narragansett Expands Distribution Along East Coast

Attention craft beer drinkers in Western Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic U.S.: say “hi” to your new neighbor. Narragansett Beer, the 125-year-old heritage brand out of Rhode Island, has announced plans to expand distribution throughout Maryland, Delaware and previously untapped markets in Pennsylvania, including Pittsburgh, Erie, and Reading.

Newburyport Brewing Releases Melt Away Session IPA

The Newburyport Brewing Company®, Massachusetts’ all-can and keg craft brewery, today announces year-round availability of Melt Away Session IPA. At 4.6% ABV, this refreshing golden-colored session India Pale Ale shines with Citra and Amarillo hop flavor and aroma, yet is uniquely balanced by malt sweetness for a crisp, easy finish.

ThirstyBear Organic Brewery Releases Two New Seasonal Beers

In celebration of American Craft Beer Week (May 11 – 17, 2015), mainstay downtown San Francisco craft beer haven ThirstyBear Organic Brewery hosts a special public release event for Bulldog British Style IPA and the 10th Anniversary release of the highly coveted Belgian-inspired Golden Hallucination (7.9% ABV) this Thursday, May 14, 2015 from 6 pm – 9 pm. Bulldog IPA and Golden Hallucination will be available on draft at ThirstyBear throughout May 2015; Bulldog IPA will also be available in growlers for a limited time for $30.

Victory Releases Sour Monkey

Victory Brewing Company (Victory) announces another first with the introduction of Sour Monkey, a deliciously puckering Belgian-style Tripel incorporating multiple fermentations via three different yeasts. Swinging from the same tree as its GABF Gold Medal award-winning cousin, Golden Monkey this deliciously sharp brew commands respect.