Craft beer industry news.
When Stone Brewing turned to crowdfunding by launching an Indiegogo campaign to help finance its German expansion this past summer, the company also triggered a maelstrom of anger, with people appalled that a profitable brewery would turn to its fans to ask for a handout. The squall of vitriol, though, was a mere sunshower when compared with the cash that rained down on the brewery.
Portland, OR – As the days get shorter, nights get colder but you can always count on Burnside Brewing’s Permafrost Winter Ale to get you through the season.
Longmont, CO, and Brevard, NC – Oskar Blues Brewery, creator of the first American craft beer in a CAN, has partnered with Major Brands, Inc., in Missouri, to start distribution of the brewery’s full line-up of beers, in both CANS and on draft, as of this week.
In a follow-up earnings call on Thursday, Craft Brew Alliance (CBA) executives expounded on third quarter results and discussed the increasingly competitive craft beer landscape.Total CBA depletion volumes grew 6 percent compared to the third quarter in 2013. Year-to-date depletion totals are now up 8 percent.
WASHINGTON, DC — The Beer Institute Board of Directors announced today the election of Rogue Ales president Brett Joyce as its newest member. Joyce succeeds Brooklyn Brewery president Steve Hindy in the board seat.
Clare Rose Inc., continuing as the premier distributor of New York-made beverages, is proud to announce a new partnership with one of the most exciting breweries on Long Island: Port Jeff Brewing Company from Port Jefferson, New York.
First Beverage Financial, the investment banking arm of First Beverage Group, today announced that it acted as the financial advisor to 10 Barrel Brewing in its planned sale to Anheuser-Busch. The two parties have entered into a purchase agreement and anticipate closing by the end of 2014.
Only four years ago Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company opened up their brewery and first taproom in Buellton, California. Since then, the company has experienced fast growth with two more taprooms opening in Santa Barbara and Los Olivos.
STEVENS POINT, Wis. —Whole Hog Espresso Stout, the latest “big beer” in the Stevens Point Brewery’s Whole Hog Limited Edition portfolio, is proof that coffee and beer are made for each other.
AUSTIN, TX — Seattle Cider Company and KEG 1 have announced a new partnership to bring Seattle Cider’s unique selection of craft ciders to Austin, Texas. Seattle’s first cidery since Prohibition, Seattle Cider Co. is known for its handcrafted collection of dry, flavorful ciders, successfully bridging the gap between beer and wine. Welcoming Texas as… Read more »
East Haven, CT — Overshores Brewing Co., Connecticut’s first and only dedicated Belgian style brewery will host a Grand Opening Holiday Bash on Saturday, December 13, 2014 from noon-4:00 pm. This free admission event will feature live music, Belgian beer specials, limited edition beers, brewery tours, giveaways, and food trucks.
Bend, Oregon — Deschutes Brewery beers will finally flow year round in the greater Washington DC area this coming Monday, November 10! The brewery is so excited about reaching our nation’s capital that they’re sending a few folks out to celebrate with fans November 18-20 at area launch events.
COOPERSTOWN, NY — On the HBO series Game of Thrones, things are often not what they seem. There may be no better example than the three-eyed raven – which in Bran Stark’s dreams and visions is a bird. But as Bran discovers in the season four finale, the raven is actually a mysterious old man… Read more »
Southern Tier Brewing is strengthening its executive roster. The company yesterday announced it hired Brendan Smith as its new vice president of sales and marketing. The move comes nearly two months after a recent capital infusion from private equity firm Ulysses Management LLC. Smith most recently held the role of senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Smithfield Foods, a global food processor with $13 billion in annual sales.
