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Peak Organic Brewing Becomes First Non-GMO Verified Beer

Mar. 21, 2014 at 10:37 AM by Press Release

PORTLAND, Maine — Today, Peak Organic Brewing Co. announced that it has become the first brewer to receive Non-GMO Project verification for its beer.

Alltech Lexington Brewing and Distilling Co. Releases Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Barley Wine

Mar. 21, 2014 at 10:29 AM by Press Release

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Prepare your taste buds for a bold, rich barrel-aged brew that steps outside the box (or six-pack). Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Barley Wine is hitting shelves locally as the second barrel-aged seasonal brew from Alltech Lexington Brewing and Distilling Company, following the success of the craft brewery’s Kentucky Pumpkin Barrel Ale last fall.

Anheuser-Busch to Release Johnny Appleseed Hard Cider in April

Mar. 21, 2014 at 9:36 AM by Press Release

ST. LOUIS — Johnny Appleseed, a new, refreshingly sweet and intense hard apple cider with a crisp apple bite, will arrive on store shelves nationwide April 7.

Santa Fe Brewing Expands Distribution to New Orleans

Mar. 20, 2014 at 5:53 PM by Press Release

SANTA FE, New Mexico – Santa Fe Brewing Company is happy to announce its expansion of distribution into the New Orleans, Louisiana area.

Brewery Ommegang Announces Lineup for Third Annual HopChef Beer and Food Pairing Competition

Mar. 20, 2014 at 5:52 PM by Press Release

COOPERSTOWN, New York — With a firm and passionate belief that great beer deserves great food, Brewery Ommegang is tapping into local food scenes by expanding its HopChef Competition nationally as it starts its third year. Today the Cooperstown, NY-based, Belgian-style brewery announced the schedule for the 2014 competition, which will bring it to the… Read more »

Figueroa Mountain Brewing’s New Tasting Room & Mezzanine Now Open

Mar. 20, 2014 at 5:10 PM by Press Release

Buellton, California— Saturday, March 8, 2014 marked the opening of Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company’s third location.

AleSmith Announces $10 Million Expansion

Mar. 20, 2014 at 4:17 PM by David Eisenberg

AleSmith Brewing Company has announced plans for a $10 million expansion project that will increase its brewing capacity to 150,000 barrels per year. The project, which will be financed by loans from California Bank and Trust and money from the sale of its existing facility, is expected to be complete by January of 2015.

Allagash Brewing Introduces Saison

Mar. 20, 2014 at 4:14 PM by Press Release

Portland, ME — Allagash Brewing Company, known for its dedication to brewing the best Belgian inspired beers in the world, is releasing their first year-round beer in 7 years, Allagash Saison.

Harpoon introduces UFO Big Squeeze Shandy

Mar. 20, 2014 at 2:53 PM by Press Release

BOSTON, MA — The Harpoon Brewery is pleased to introduce UFO Big Squeeze shandy, an unfiltered wheat beer blended with all natural grapefruit juice.

Study: Craft Brewers Contribute $826 Million to Colorado Economy

Mar. 20, 2014 at 2:07 PM by David Eisenberg

What characteristics must a state possess to properly foster a thriving craft beer environment? John Carlson, executive director with the Colorado Brewers Guild (CBG), said the Centennial State’s “artful blend of manufacturing prowess, pure soul, agricultural ties, and innovative technology” have all helped Colorado evolve into the industry leader it is today.