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New Belgium and Alpine Rerelease Collaborative ‘Super IPA’

New Belgium Brewing and San Diego’s Alpine Beer Co. have come together once again for the love of IPAs. It’s a rare second visit for a New Belgium Hop Kitchen beer but this collaboration with Alpine Beer, first released in August of 2012, just begged for another round.

Maine Distributors Unveils Geaghan Bros Truck

On the anniversary of the original Geaghan Bros. Brewing Co. opening, the Geaghan’s family and brewery employees celebrated the official unveiling of Maine Distributors latest truck in their fleet: a 28ft distribution truck marketing Geaghan Bros. Brewing Co.’s brews.

Karl Strauss to Release 12 Days Holiday Series

As part of celebrating 25 years pioneering San Diego’s craft beer scene, Karl Strauss is releasing the fifth edition in their innovative “12 Days” holiday ale series.

Shmaltz Announces Chosen Bars Tap Takeover

Light up the eight nights of Chanukah and all the holiday season with Shmaltz Brewing Company and select Chosen Bars from Coast to Coast! Each Chanukah bash will feature a very special array of Shmaltz’s current holiday releases, vintage seasonals and award-winning year round favorites.

Bootlegger’s Brewery Releases Mint Chocolate Porter

As the warm Southern California weather cools down a bit, and as we start feeling more festive, Bootlegger’s Brewery brings back Orange County’s favorite winter seasonal, Mint Chocolate Porter.

Press Clips: Michigan Awards $250,000 Grant to Founders

Press Clips: Michigan Awards $250,000 Grant to Founders

Founders Brewing has received an additional boost from the state of Michigan to help expand its production facility, this time in the form of a $250,000 performance-based grant. According to MiBiz.com, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation approved the grant last week to assist the brewery in its effort to build out a $40.4 million expansion.

Live Oak to Break Ground on New Facility

To celebrate the future home of the Live Oak Brewing Company, owner Dr. Chip McElroy, will host a groundbreaking ceremony on December 3, 2014 at the new site in coordination with Commerce National Bank, Capital CDC, Structura General Contractors, Big Red Dog, OPA Design and American Realty.

Craft Brew Alliance to Form ‘Strategic Partnership’ with Appalachian Mountain Brewery

Craft Brew Alliance to Form ‘Strategic Partnership’ with Appalachian Mountain Brewery

Craft Brew Alliance today announced it has signed a letter of intent to form a strategic partnership with Appalachian Mountain Brewery, a publicly traded craft brewery based in Boone, North Carolina. Although specific terms of the deal were not disclosed, CBA told Brewbound the two companies will explore ways to “drive business growth and shareholder value through sharing resources in key strategic areas.”

Beachwood Launches Beachwood Blendery

What is it that makes Belgium’s sour beers so unique? How do breweries like Cantillon, Boon and 3 Fonteinen craft such a delicious product with so much nuance and flavor? Can a traditional Belgian gueuze be made in the United States or is there really some magic in the air that only exists in the Zenne River Valley?

Stone and Maui Brewing’s Distribution Arm Now Selling 21 Craft Brands Throughout Maui

Stone and Maui Brewing’s Distribution Arm Now Selling 21 Craft Brands Throughout Maui

Maui | Stone Craft Beverages, the Hawaiian distribution arm jointly owned by Stone Brewing and Maui Brewing, has built out its portfolio and is now selling 21 craft brands throughout the island of Maui, the company announced today. The company, which launched in February, sells a curated lineup of beers and ciders from California, Hawaii, Colorado and Oregon, refrigerated “through every link of the distribution chain.”

Port Brewing and The Lost Abbey Launch Third ‘Hop Concept’ Brand

Port Brewing and The Lost Abbey Launch Third ‘Hop Concept’ Brand

Acclaimed San Diego brewer Tomme Arthur is launching yet another brand of unique craft beers. Already lauded for his popular Port Brewing and Lost Abbey offerings, Arthur and his team plan to launch a third distinct line products in 2015 under the ‘Hop Concept Brewing’ moniker.

Back Forty Releases Beer Vinegar

Back Forty Beer Co., known for their commitment to local products, artisans and culinary-craft beer pairings, is taking this partnership a step further with the release of their latest specialty product, small batch Beer Vinegar.