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Bear Republic to Release Racer x

Sonoma County, CA-This fall, Bear Republic Brewing Company® fan favorite Racer X® is racing back to shelves, and arriving in a store near you. A seasonal release, Racer X® is one of our most exceptional offerings available, with highly limited production and distribution.

Maine Beer and Half Acre Collaborate on Sapping Mammoth

Freeport, ME — Here at Maine Beer Company, we’re all about freshness, but this notion doesn’t stop at our beers. We want to keep our perspective fresh, our experiences fresh, and our relationships fresh. What better way to do so than a with a collaboration beer?

Press Clips: Stone to Collaborate with Norfolk Brewers; NY Times Speaks Out on Mega Merger

Press Clips: Stone to Collaborate with Norfolk Brewers; NY Times Speaks Out on Mega Merger

After months of waiting, Stone Brewing finally broke its silenced yesterday, announcing that it would build a second U.S. brewing facility in Richmond, Va. While the announcement was a big win for the city, it was a loss for another in the state. Norfolk, just two hours north of Richmond, was among the three remaining cities with a shot at landing the country’s tenth largest craft brewery.

Study: Pooled Asset Model Results in Carbon Footprint Reduction

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. — By sharing a pool of kegs rather than owning their own, over 200 leading craft brewers helped reduce their collective carbon footprint by over 3 million kg of CO2e in 2013. These findings, based on a study by John Heckman, Ph.D with PE International and commissioned by MicroStar Logistics, will be… Read more »

Avery Brewing Co. to Release Black Eye Rum Barrel-Aged Stout

Boulder, CO — Black Eye, the newest addition to Avery’s Barrel-Aged Series, is an 18.82% ABV Imperial Stout aged in fresh rum barrels. It’s also a tongue-in-cheek nod to the infamous Black Tot, no 3. in Avery’s Barrel-Aged Series released back in 2010.

Surf Brewery Establishes Separate Site for Barrel Age & Sour Beers

Ventura, CA — Today Surf Brewery┬«, a small commercial craft brewery, open since 2011, with an onsite tasting room and homebrew shop, announced that they have established a separate warehouse, in Moorpark, California, in Eastern Ventura County.

Southern Brewing to Host Oktoberfest

TAMPA, FL— Southern Brewing & Winemaking (Southern) is hosting a festival to celebrate both the German tradition of Oktoberfest and the fall harvest on Sunday, October 12th.

Video: Brewers Discuss Market Segmentation at 2014 GABF

Video: Brewers Discuss Market Segmentation at 2014 GABF

Last week, we traveled to the Great American Beer Festival in Denver, Colo. to ask attendees how market segmentation was impacting the retail landscape. Many noted that growing interest in small local brands is making it tougher to compete while others were more optimistic about the potential growth of shelf space. Hear those responses in our latest video segment.

Stone to Build $74 Million East Coast Brewery in Richmond, Virginia

Stone to Build $74 Million East Coast Brewery in Richmond, Virginia

The suspense is over. After months of speculation, Stone Brewing Co. has formally announced its intent to build a new brewery in Richmond, Va. Pending local approvals, the country’s tenth largest craft brewer said it will build an east coast brewing facility in Richmond’s Greater Fulton Community. The San Diego brewery has signed a formal letter of intent with the city and plans to invest $74 million to construct a production brewery, packaging hall, restaurant and retail store.

Upland Releases Sweet Myrtle

Bloomington, IN — Upland Brewing Co. announced today that Sweet Myrtle Specialty Ale will be released on draught on November 1st in select establishments.

Victory Medals at GABF

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Victory Brewing Company (Victory) was recently awarded a top honor for its beloved Golden Monkey at the 28th Great American Beer Festival (GABF), the largest commercial beer competition in the world. Golden Monkey bested 58 entries in the Belgian-Style Tripel category from across the United States.

Denver Bacon and Beer Festival Scheduled for November 16

DENVER, CO — Returning for its third year, the Denver Bacon and Beer Festival will be held November 16. This is not just any food festival, and not just any beer festival, instead the Denver Bacon and Beer Festival features 18 breweries and 25+ restaurants. The Denver Bacon and Beer Festival is presented by EatBoston… Read more »