Craft beer industry news.
Sales of Maine-made craft beer could soon rival those of Vacationland’s most celebrated crustacean and iconic product — the lobstah. According to a new economic study released by the Maine Brewers Guild, craft beer production in Maine is projected to grow by 200 percent in the next four years.
LONGMONT, CO — Left Hand Brewing Company is proud to announce the 2nd annual release of Homefront IPA, just in time for summer 2014!
The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) has hired Lester Jones, formerly of the Beer Institute, to serve as the organization’s chief economist. In his new role, Jones will examine the economic factors that impact the beer distribution industry, as well as alcohol policy regulations at the local, state, and federal levels.
ESCONDIDO, CA — At Stone Brewing Co., craft beer and music go together as well as hops, barley, water and yeast. So when the opportunity arose to collaborate with two musicians from stylistically different backgrounds, we did the universal hand sign for “Rock on!” and bobbed our heads in perfect unison.
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. — The Half Moon Bay Brewing Company, recently selected as one of America’s Best Coastal Breweries by Coastal Living magazine, is a favorite family- and dog-friendly destination for craft beer and local seafood in the San Francisco Bay Area.
McGreevy will lead the trade association’s efforts to represent the beer industry before federal and state lawmakers, as well as other regulators, when he assumes the role on June 23. McGreevy had been with the ABA since 2005 and represented the interests of non-alcoholic beverage producers, distributors and franchise companies.
SAN FRANCISCO — Samuel Adams announced it will host small business Speed Coaching in San Francisco on Monday, May 19th as part of Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream, a micro-lending and coaching program for small business owners working in food, beverage, craft brewing and hospitality.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Oregon is arguably one of the best places to enjoy outside summer activities. It’s not uncommon to see bicyclists lugging freshly filled growlers from the pub, to inhale the sweet smell of barbeque in the air, and to see flowers in full bloom with bees a-buzzing. It’s the perfect time for Portland… Read more »
PAWTUCKET, Rhode Island — Foolproof Brewing Company announced that its imperial IPA King of the Yahd is available for purchase at retail starting this week in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
San Diego, CA — Brown Bag Beverage, the newest addition to the Craft Beer Distribution market in Southern California, has announced its newly inked partnership with the La Jolla Brewing Company.
GADSDEN, Ala. — Back Forty Beer Company, a microbrewery based in Gadsden, Ala., has been awarded “Small Manufacturer of the Year” by the Business Council of Alabama and the Alabama Technology Network.
Carbondale, Co — The Roaring Fork Beer Company, a seasonally inspired full production brewery located in Carbondale, Colorado, announces the release of their new summer seasonal with a party to be celebrated the First Friday in June.
Bend, OR – Deschutes Brewery is geared up and ready to have some fun introducing its beers to craft beer fans in Pittsburgh, May 20-24, 2014.
PHILADELPHIA, PA — On Friday, May 30, Justin Low, Head Brewer at Dock Street, and Anne-Catherine Dilewyns, of Brouwerij Dilewyns, will debut the official collaboration beer of Philly Beer Week (PBW) 2014: Philly Tripel, a Belgian Abbey Tripel brewed with organic acacia honey from Belgium.
