The Virginia Beer Company Launches Summer ’23 UK Export Initiative
Don’t call it a comeback…but The Virginia Beer Company is excited to say that VBC is back in the UK!
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Tröegs Adds Hopora to Its Popular Hop Cycle Series of Rotating IPAs
Tröegs Independent Brewing announces the release of Hopora, a new offering in its popular Hop Cycle series of rotating IPAs. It joins seasonal fan-favorites Field Study and Blizzard of Hops.
Jackson Hole’s Roadhouse Brewing Co. Debuts Superdelic Kush
Jackson Hole’s Roadhouse Brewing Co., a Best for the World B Corp brewery, is thrilled to announce the latest collaboration in its Kush series, Superdelic Kush, a Super Heady IPA (6.8%) created alongside Salt Lake City’s GABF-winning Templin Family Brewing.
Public Coast Farm Opens Its Summer Farmstand
Public Coast Farm, an extensive 40-acre culinary playground for chefs, brewers, and food lovers alike, is celebrating summer with the opening of its farmstand providing visitors with direct access to the farm’s bountiful blueberries, produce and other goods.
Goldman Sachs: C-Store Retailers ‘More Guarded’ on Beer Category Growth; Optimistic on Monster’s The Beast Unleashed
Convenience store retailers had a “slightly more pessimistic outlook” for beer trends in Goldman Sachs’ Q2 Beverage Bytes survey, citing “broader economic pressures/fears of recession, impacts from cooler weather” and the continued “negative impacts from the recent Bud Light controversy.”
Will A Lawsuit In Tennessee Spark A Crackdown on Online Liquor Sales?
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti last week filed a lawsuit against six online liquor retailers accused of illegally selling liquor from out-of-state, an aggressive move that suggests retailers and brands may be facing greater scrutiny about how they ship products.
Libra Launches Lime Lager
Libra Beverage Co., a B-Corp Certified non-alcoholic beverage company, is launching its second summer seasonal, Libra Lime Lager. This refreshing and hydrating buzzless brew is light on calories but big on taste.
Tennessee Brew Works Releases Fan Favorite Walk The Lime Seasonal Beer
Tennessee Brew Works, a Nashville-based craft brewery, is excited to announce the highly anticipated release of their beloved summer seasonal beer, Walk the Lime. Craft beer enthusiasts can rejoice as this refreshing ale is currently on tap Tennessee Brew Works’ taproom, located at 809 Ewing Avenue in Nashville.
Zupan’s Partners With Fort George Brewery to Launch Farm-to-Market Summer IPA
Zupan’s Markets has partnered with Astoria’s famed Fort George Brewery for the 25th beer in the local grocery store’s Farm-to-Market lineup. The summer IPA is slightly hazy and boasts a rich golden hue and a bright, refreshing crispness.
Captain Lawrence Brewing Company Announces Expansion into Kentucky Market
Captain Lawrence Brewing Company, a renowned craft brewery with a strong presence along the East Coast, is thrilled to announce its expansion into the Kentucky market.
Walmart’s Unique UPC Mandate for Seasonals and Variety Packs Could be Headache for Brewers
Brewers with seasonal or variety pack placements in Walmart stores may be in for a bumpy ride. The Beer Industry Electronic Commerce Coalition threw up a warning flare last week that the largest brick-and-mortar retailer in the U.S. would be mandating that all seasonal brands and variety packs use unique UPC codes, starting in early 2024.
As Major Brands Waver, Gay Water Aims for Authenticity
Growing up, Spencer Hoddeson said he mostly heard the term “gay” in a negative context. Now, he wants to destigmatize the word and create representation in spaces that traditionally don’t have LGBTQ-owned products, one Gay Water at a time.
Boulevard Honors Kansas City Irish Fest’s 21st Birthday With Limited Release Beer
To celebrate the 21st Kansas City Irish Fest, Boulevard Brewing Company is honoring the festival with a limited-edition beer, Sure Look.
Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Launches Mango Strawberry Hard Seltzer
Dust Bowl Brewing Co. announces the release of Mango Strawberry Seltzer. The third quarter offering in the popular Thirty Three Hard Seltzer Series, Mango Strawberry offers a bold 8.0% ABV, yet remains smooth and easy-drinking.