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Stone Brewing Co. Beers Debut in Kansas on July 22

ESCONDIDO, CA — Stone Brewing Co. is pleased to announce that beginning July 22, the San Diego, CA brewing company’s beers will be available in bars, restaurants and retailers in Kansas for the very first time. Known for its bold, flavorful and hop-centric ales, Stone will distribute its beers throughout The Sunflower State via three… Read more »

Stone Brewing Expands Distribution to Kansas

Stone Brewing Expands Distribution to Kansas

Rock Chalk, Stone Brewing Co. The country’s tenth-largest craft brewery is expanding its distribution footprint. The San Diego, Calif.-based company today announced that, for the first time, its beers will be available at on and off-premise locations in Kansas beginning July 22.

Distribution Roundup: Dogfish Head, Green Flash, New Belgium on the Move

Distribution Roundup: Dogfish Head, Green Flash, New Belgium on the Move

More than two years after pulling its distribution from Tennessee, Indiana, Wisconsin and Rhode Island due to capacity constraints, Dogfish Head today announced plans to re-enter all four markets before the end of the year. “It wasn’t our goal to upset Dogfish Head fans and distributors, but with demand so far in front of supply,… Read more »

New IPA By Founders Brewing Co. to Support Art Competition

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Founders Brewing Co. today announced it will introduce Inspired Artist Black IPA, a powerhouse IPA brewed using malted midnight wheat and a unique variety of hops with tropical characteristics, this August. Proceeds from the sale of this new ale will benefit ArtPrize, the world’s largest art competition that takes place annually… Read more »

Two Beers Brewing Releases Limited Edition ‘Presidential Pilsner’

SEATTLE — This summer, fire up the grill and break out the latest release from Two Beers Brewing! Hitting shelves this week throughout the Seattle area, Two Beers Brewing’s Presidential Pils — a slightly hoppy Czech-style Pilsner — is the perfect pick for your warm weather festivities. Easy to spot with its bright blue exterior… Read more »

Café Racer 15 to Join Bear Republic’s Bottled Selections this Summer

Cloverdale, CA- Coming to you this July, Bear Republic Brewing Company will be adding another popular, award-winning beer to their seasonal bottled selections. Café Racer 15 will be arriving in select areas of California, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, and Virginia during the first week of July. This will shortly be followed by… Read more »

Stone Brewing’s Growing Interest in Grocery

Stone Brewing’s Growing Interest in Grocery

While a visit to the supermarket even for the most discerning beer aficionado might be routine, a journey down the beer aisle isn’t always part of the trip. At least one large craft brewery is trying to change that.

Brewers Association to Represent Industry at International Beer Conventions

BOULDER, Colo. — Beer lovers in the U.S. won’t be the only ones beating the heat with offerings from small and independent brewers this summer. Through the efforts of the Brewers Association (BA) Export Development Program (EDP), American craft brewers will have a significant presence at a number of international beer events.

Strike Brewing Expands Distribution to Southern California

SAN JOSE, CA – Strike Brewing Co. (San Jose, CA) and So Cal Beverage Distributors (Sun Valley, CA) announced today an agreement for the distribution of Strike’s craft beers in seven Southern California counties. Distribution of the Strike craft beer portfolio commences Monday, June 24, 2013.

Senator Cardin Visits Flying Dog Brewery

FREDERICK, Md. — With a homebrewer on his staff, U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) said he thinks he drinks more craft beer than anyone else in the Senate.

Kona Brewing Company Announces Summer Sweepstakes

Starting on June 24, 2013, fans of Kona Brewing Company are invited to share their summer fun photos by posting them at the Kona Brewing Summer Bucket List sweepstakes.

Modern Times on Tap: From the Blogosphere to the Bars

Modern Times on Tap: From the Blogosphere to the Bars

Before anyone has even been able to take a sip, Jacob McKean has used the Internet to amass a loyal following for his new brewery, Modern Times Beer. The hype will finally take on liquid form this week, when six establishments in San Diego will, at last, offer Modern Times on tap.

Brewery Ommegang Unveils Second Game of Thrones Beer

COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. — Night gathers, and it’s time to unveil the second Game of Thrones beer. From Brewery Ommegang and HBO comes the highly-anticipated Take the Black Stout, inspired by the Night’s Watch and the men who stand it.