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Woodchuck Announces Two New Releases for Summer

Middlebury, VT — Woodchuck Hard Cider is excited to announce the release of two new products, which represent the craft cider makers’ commitment to both innovation and their passionate fan base.

Diverse Winners Emerge From World Beer Cup

Boulder, CO —The Brewers Association (BA)—the not-for-profit trade group dedicated to promoting and protecting America’s small and independent craft brewers—announced the results of one of the largest commercial beer competitions to date, the 2014 World Beer Cup Awards. The awards were presented at the conclusion of Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America┬« in Denver, Colo.

Shmaltz Celebrates 1st Anniversary of its New Brewery

Clifton Park, NY — Wear your colors, get your stripes and celebrate the 1st Anniversary of Shmaltz Brewing Company’s new 50-barrel brewery in Clifton Park on Saturday, May 17, 2014 (10 minutes north of Albany’s capital district)! Last year, Shmaltz opened a 20,000 square feet brewery, and it’s time to party with the Beer Gangs… Read more »

Fort Collins Brewery Releases Malt Monster Bomber Series

Fort Collins, CO – The Fort Collins Brewery, along with Gravity 1020 Modern Tavern is excited to announce the kick-off of the first edition of the Malt Monster Bomber Series, Wallace WeeHeavy, Saturday, April 19th. Wallace, WeeHeavy is an intense, malty brew that put the FCB system to the test.

Victory Releases Summer Love Ale

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Philadelphia area based Victory Brewing Company’s┬« (Victory) highly sought after seasonal brew, Summer Love Ale┬«, now in its fourth year, is back by popular demand.

Sprecher Black Bavarian Medals at World Beer Cup

Glendale, WI – In one of the toughest international beer competitions, the 2014 World Beer Cup, two beers from Sprecher Brewing Company were judged to be exceptional. Black Bavarian– Sprecher’s signature beer—beat out forty-six (46) other entries to take home a gold medal in the German-style Schwarzbier category.

Great Vegas Festival of Beer to Take Place April 26

Las Vegas — The 2014 Great Vegas Festival of Beer will embrace and transform the streets of its new home in Downtown’s Fremont East Entertainment District with a full lineup of craft beer-infused elements, including the Gastropub dining pavilion, the Human Arcade with pub games and music, and the BrewLogic area with presentations from master… Read more »

Coronado Named Champion Mid-Size Brewery and Brewmaster at World Beer Cup

Coronado, CA— For the next two years, Coronado Brewing will reign as the champion among all mid-size brewers in the world, having received the highly coveted Champion Brewery/Champion Brewmaster Award this past weekend, hosted by the Brewers Association.

Starr Hill Brewery Medals at World Beer Cup

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA— Starr Hill Brewery, one of the most award-winning craft breweries on the East Coast, won a gold award in the 2014 World Beer Cup┬«, a global beer competition that evaluates beers from around the world and recognizes the most outstanding brewers and their beers.

Stone Brewing Releases Saison

ESCONDIDO, CA — Stone Brewing Co. is fond of adding its own twists to classic beer styles. So it should be no surprise the brewery took liberties to make the newest beer release 100 percent Stone, while still maintaining the integrity of a very traditional beer.

NBWA Report Highlights Beer Distributors’ Role in Effective Tax Collection

ALEXANDRIA, VA — This “Tax Day,” April 15, the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is releasing a new report highlighting the current state-based alcohol regulatory structure and the three-tier distribution system’s role in effective tax collection and compliance.

MillerCoors Medals at World Beer Cup

CHICAGO — MillerCoors added to its unmatched collection of brewing honors when the 2014 World Beer Cup┬« awards were announced in Denver Friday evening.

Lakewood Brewing Expands with Andrews Distributing

DALLAS — Andrews Distributing Company announced today a new partnership with Lakewood Brewing Company, one of the fastest growing craft breweries in North Texas.

River City Cannery Begins Operation

Arlington, VA On the morning of March 8, Matt Sebastionelli began the journey from Boulder, CO to his warehouse in Elkridge, MD, driving a 20 ft. box truck and hauling over a half a ton of equipment.