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NBWA Announces Second Annual ‘Share Your Story’ Contest

ALEXANDRIA, VA — The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is excited to announce the return of the Share Your Story Contest for beer distribution employees who have never attended the NBWA Annual Convention.

Bell’s Brewery to Present at SAVOR

COMSTOCK, MICHIGAN — On May 9 and 10, Bell’s Brewery, Inc. will be one of 76 small and independent craft breweries represented at SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience. Presented by the Brewers Association and in its seventh year, SAVOR is the premier beer and food pairing event in the U.S.

Speakeasy to Host 17th Anniversary Party

San Francisco, CA — Speakeasy Ales & Lagers is celebrating it’s 17th year of brewing craft beer in San Francisco with a huge party. This year’s party will be the biggest yet, featuring a Monster music stage, food from 5 local restaurants, and the release of two rare new beers.

Coors Light Announces First Seasonal Brand

CHICAGO, IL — Americans are as ready as they’ve ever been to #LiveSummer, and Coors Light┬« is poised to help make the summer of 2014 as refreshing as possible.

BridgePort Brewing to Release Stumptown Tart

PORTLAND, Ore. — Staying true to its namesake, this year’s Stumptown Tart ups the tart factor with the addition of Oregon cranberries paired with the popular blueberry from last year.

Innate Clean Designs Discovers New Opportunities at CBC

Vancouver, BC – Innate discovered tremendous opportunities for outdoor retailers while attending last week’s craft beer industry conference and trade show in Denver, Colorado.

No-Li Brewhouse to Feature Spin Cycle Red and Born & Raised IPA at SAVOR

Spokane, WA – On May 9th and 10th No-Li Brewhouse, the small craft brewery providing the freshest Spokane-Style beers throughout the Northwest, will be one of 76 small and independent craft breweries represented at SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience.

Widmer Brothers Announces Next Installment of 30 Beers For 30 Years Series

PORTLAND, Ore. — Widmer Brothers Brewing today announced the next three beer releases in its 30 Beers For 30 Years Series: Festbier, Marzen, and Bockbier. Widmer Brothers is celebrating 30 years of craft brewing this year, and the three beers released today were brewed to represent the years 1987, 1988, and 1989 in the brewery’s… Read more »

Best Little Brewfest in Texas Scheduled for June 21

Lewisville, TX – On June 21, 2014 in Old Town Lewisville one of the most exciting craft beer events of the year will be held on the streets in air-conditioned tents.

Left Hand Expands Distribution in Pittsburgh

Left Hand Expands Distribution in Pittsburgh

Left Hand has tapped Frank B. Fuhrer Wholesale Co. for coverage in the Steel City and surrounding markets. Left Hand’s new push in Pennsylvania comes after years of solidifying its presence in Philadelphia and Eastern parts of the state. The brewery entered Pennsylvania in 1996, but limited production capabilities prevented it from going deeper into the Pittsburgh market.

Funky Buddha to Celebrate First Anniversary

OAKLAND PARK, FL — It’s hard to believe that it’s already been a year since Funky Buddha Brewery first opened its doors in June, 2013.