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SanTan Brewing Co. Unveils Brewers Reserve

Chandler, Arizona — For the last six years craft beer lovers have flocked to SanTan Brewing Company in downtown Chandler to drink, eat, and celebrate special occasions. Now, SanTan is stepping up their game with the addition of the Brewers Reserve, a new private dining room & event space.

Innovation, New Products Highlight Sierra Nevada’s 2014 Strategy

Innovation, New Products Highlight Sierra Nevada’s 2014 Strategy

Sierra Nevada Brewing had planned to brew one million barrels in 2013. The company had also planned to open its new brewery in North Carolina and grow production more than four percent. It’ll have to wait a little while. Sierra Nevada sold 985,000 barrels in 2013 — just shy of the one-million it was hoping… Read more »

Author Joshua M. Bernstein Featured On The Maine Brew Bus Tour

PORTLAND, Maine — The Maine Brew Bus is pleased to announce a very special tour on Saturday February 15th. “The New Maine Breweries Tour” will showcase Banded Horn Brewing in Biddeford, and Austin Street Brewery, Foundation Brewing Company, and Bissell Brothers Brewery all in Portland.

Bear Republic Releases Apex Special IPA

Sonoma County, CA – Bear Republic Brewing Company is proud to announce the release of ApexÔäó Special IPA in draft and 22oz bottles. The third addition to their hop forward seasonal lineup, ApexÔäó is intensely hopped with Mosaic, Simcoe and Citra and balanced with a rich and malty backbone.

Karl Strauss Celebrates 25th Anniversary

San Diego, CA —— Karl Strauss Brewing Company is celebrating 25 years of crafting the local San Diego beer scene. The company opened San Diego’s first craft brewery on February 2, 1989 and more than two decades later it continues to pioneer with its innovative beers, cask offerings, and West Coast Pub Fare.

Cerveceria Mexicana to Expand Facility to Meet Growing Demand

LOS ANGELES, CA — Drinks Americas (OTC: DKAM), the exclusive United States broker for leading premium authentic Mexican beers currently present in over 32 states, today announced that the third largest brewery in Mexico, Cerveceria Mexicana, the brewery that produces its leading premium authentic Mexican beers, is expanding its facility to accommodate growing demand in… Read more »

Massachusetts Beverage Alliance Sales Surge 97 Percent in 2013

Massachusetts Beverage Alliance Sales Surge 97 Percent in 2013

Two things are true in Massachusetts right now: First, somewhere in the Bay State a child is having his tongue pried from a frozen flagpole. Second, and much more importantly, the popularity of craft beer continues to rise. At least, that’s the takeaway from the year one network of wholesalers just enjoyed.

Iron Hill Brewery to Host Polar Bear Patio Party

MEDIA, PA — On Friday, February 7 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., head brewer Bob Barrar of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant will host his annual Polar Bear Patio Party to kick off Firkin February. This year’s event, held outdoors on the patio regardless of how low temperatures may fall, will feature an ice… Read more »

Conshohocken Brewing Co. to Open this Spring

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA — In early spring 2014, co-founders John Remington and Ken Buonocore, along with award-winning Head Brewer Andrew Horne, will open the doors of their new craft brewery, Conshohocken Brewing Company.

No-Li Brewhouse Partners with Andrews Distributing Co.

Dallas, TX – Andrews Distributing Company is proud to announce a partnership with No-Li Brewhouse out of Spokane, Washington. No-Li Brewhouse was founded when co-founder/master brewer Mark Irvin forged a partnership with John Bryant, a Washington native and craft brewery veteran with over 20 years of experience.

Appalachian Mountain Brewery Purchases Canning System

BOONE, N.C.— Appalachian Mountain Brewery, Inc. (OTC:HOPS), is pleased to announce it filed its Form-D with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and North Carolina Securities Division. AMB officially began its Preferred B Stock-based offering and already secured significant initial expansion capital as part of an overall funding program.

The 6th Annual New York City Beer Week to Start in February

New York, NY — The New York City Brewers Guild pulls out all the stops for the “6th Annual New York City Beer Week 2014” beginning with the Opening Bash at the historic Vanderbilt Hall (Grand Central Terminal) on Friday, February 21, 2014! A spectacular setting for New York City’s premier craft beer spectacle of… Read more »

Two Roads Brewing Co. Inks Deal with Manhattan Beer Distributors

Stratford, CT – Two Roads Brewing Company of Stratford, CT announced today that Manhattan Beer Distributors will be the sole distributor for the Two Roads Brands in New York City, Long Island, and the counties of Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan and Delaware. The launch is planned to commence February 18th.

Heineken Invests $10 Million on New Retail Promotion

New York, NY — HEINEKEN USA, the nation’s leading upscale beer importer, today announces the details of its spring 2014 retail and on-premise promotion. The latest chapter in the brand’s award winning Legends campaign, Heineken’s Take the Stage program invites adult consumers, 21 and older, to enter Heineken’s national sweepstakes for the chance to be… Read more »