RateBeer Names AleSmith No. 1 Brewery in the World
San Diego, CA – AleSmith is thrilled to have been named the #1 Brewery in California and the #1 Brewery in the World by RateBeer.
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SweetWater Brewery Celebrates 17th Anniversary this Month
ATLANTA, GA— SweetWater Brewery is gearing up to celebrate its Golden Birthday — turning 17 on Feb. 17.
No Permission for Omission Under TTB Issued Gluten-Free Labeling Guidelines
After reviewing the use of the term “gluten-free” in the labeling of alcoholic beverages, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) announced Tuesday that it would continue to consider the claim “misleading” if used to describe products made from gluten containing grains.
Firestone Walker Triples Per-Hour Keg Output with New “Keg Shed”
Paso Robles, CA—Firestone Walker Brewing Company christened its “Keg Shed” this week, firing up a dual state-of-the-art keg line that nearly triples the brewery’s per-hour keg output.
New York Governor Announces 72% Increase in Farm-Based Beverage Licenses
Albany, NY – Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the number of New York’s farm-based beverage licenses for distilleries, wineries, breweries and cideries has risen 72% since 2011. Since Governor Cuomo took office, legislation has been enacted to help these businesses open new markets across the state, and additional agricultural businesses have been created… Read more »
North Coast Brewing Co. Announces New Releases
Fort Bragg, CA — It’s been an active, hit-the-ground-running January and February for North Coast Brewing Company.
Shmaltz Brewing Co. Expands to Kentucky
Clifton Park, NY — Shmaltz Brewing Company is thrilled to announce the partnership with a new distributor, Beer House Distributors of Kentucky, as they enter the Kentucky market for the first time.
Ithaca Beer Co. Announces New Year-Round Offering
Ithaca, NY – Customers requested, Ithaca Beer listened and now it delivers. Ithaca Beer plans to add to its year-round selection of beers an everyday drinkable companion to its intensely hoppy, incredibly popular, Flower Power India Pale Ale.
No-Li Releases New Session IPA Empire No. 8
Spokane, WA – Keeping up with market demand and at the forefront of innovation in the Pacific Northwest, No-Li Brewhouse is laying down the rails for Empire No. 8 Session IPA, launching in February.
Brew Detroit’s ‘Big Boy’ Bet on Contract Brewing
Here’s a beer pairing for you: What do you get when you combine two executives from a famous burger chain, a used car salesman, and a craft brewery owner? How about Brew Detroit LLC, a new and a state-of-the-art 100-barrel contract brewery started with $8 million in private investment.
Oskar Blues Brewery Launches in Delaware
Brevard, North Carolina — Oskar Blues Brewery, creator of the first American craft beer in a can, will launch in Delaware with Standard Distributing Company, the state’s oldest and largest wholesale beer distributor.
Wasatch Brewery Releases Live and Let Live
Park City, Utah — In response to the recent developments in Utah regarding same-sex marriage, Utah’s first craft brewer, Wasatch Brewery, is releasing a new beer called Live and Let Live.
Beer Institute: Brewer Count Continues Record Breaking Rise
Citing new information from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), the Beer Institute, an industry trade group, today reported the number of permitted breweries in the U.S. has reached an all time high. The Beer Institute stated that 948 new brewing permits were issued in 2013 — more than double the 442… Read more »
Mike Hess Brewing Expands Distribution to Arizona
San Diego, CA – This March, San Diego’s Mike Hess Brewing (MHB) will be expanding its distribution of craft beers to Arizona.