Magic Hat and West Sixth Brewing Resolve Trademark Dispute
The final chapter in a month-long trademark saga between Magic Hat Brewing and West Sixth Brewing Company — one that that played out across Twitter and Facebook in May — has been written.
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Cicerone Certification Program Revises Master Syllabus
CHICAGO – This week, the Cicerone┬« Certification Program released version 2.0 of its Master syllabus—the document which sets the framework for all of the organization’s certification exams. In addition, the organization published 2.0 versions of the Certified Beer Server and Certified Cicerone┬«syllabi which are drawn from the Master Syllabus and set forth the content for… Read more »
Avery Brewing Co. to Release Momi Hiwa
Boulder, CO — This Sunday, Avery Brewing Company will release the latest in its Barrel-Aged Series, Momi Hiwa, a 17.09% coconut porter that was aged in dark rum barrels. The Avery Tap Room in Boulder, CO, will host the release of Momi Hiwa, starting sales at 5pm on Sunday, June 9th, 2013.
Karl Strauss Wins 4 Medals at San Diego International Beer Competition
SAN DIEGO, CA — Karl Strauss Brewing Company won four medals at the highly competitive San Diego International Beer Competition this week, as well as a Gold Medallion from the California Restaurant Association, tying for “Best Brewery.” These impressive wins will propel the company into the busy summer season, where sales are expected to continue… Read more »
Nick Matt Joins F.X. Matt Brewing as Saranac Brand Manager
UTICA, N.Y. — Nick R. Matt has joined F.X. Matt Brewing Company as Saranac brand manager. Nick, the son of CEO Nick Matt, joins cousin, Fred, to represent the fourth generation of the Matt family actively involved in the management of the 125-year-old company.
Stevens Point Brewery Introduces 16 Oz. ‘Nude Beach’ Summer Wheat Cans
STEVENS POINT, WI– Summer is almost here and Point Nude Beach Summer Wheat Ale is ready with a new 16-ounce can package. Stevens Point Brewery’s award-winning summer seasonal ale, available only during warm-weather months, is now sold in four-packs of 16-ounce cans wherever Point craft beers are sold.
Louisville Is Pilot Market For New Bud Light Vented Can
ST. LOUIS — This summer, Louisville, Ky., will pilot market the new 12 oz. Bud Light Vented Can — an innovation featuring a first-of-its-kind, self-contained venting tab that delivers the world’s smoothest drinking experience in a can.
Smuttynose Brewing Company Expands Distribution to Indiana
In preparation for the addition of 60,000 new barrels of capacity, Smuttynose Brewing Company will expand distribution into Indiana, the 22nd state where the company’s beers will be sold. The Portsmouth, N.H.-based craft brewery has signed a wholesale agreement with Cavalier Distributing-Indiana and will begin selling in the Hoosier state at the end of June.
Anchor Brewing Expands Distribution of California Lager
SAN FRANCISCO – Today, Anchor Brewing announces that Anchor California Lager┬«, California’s first genuine lager reborn, will be available in select US markets. Anchor California Lager was the first beer in our Zymaster┬« Series, originally released as a limited draught beer in early 2012.
Founders Brewing Introduces Mango Magnifico
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Founders Brewing Co. will introduce Mango Magnifico con Calor [Magnificent Mango with Heat], a fruit beer brewed with mango and a touch of habanero, this August to mark the seventh installment in the brewery’s popular Backstage Series. Like all Founders Backstage Series beers, Mango Magnifico will be sold in 750mL bottles…. Read more »
Video: Is the Craft Beer Marketplace Becoming Oversaturated?
It’s a familiar story. An onslaught of new craft beer brands launched in the last three years has heightened an already competitive retail environment. The fight for highly coveted draft beer lines is fierce and earning shelf space at craft-savvy retailers is more challenging than ever.
Upslope Brewing Releases No. 5 Imperial India Pale Ale
Upslope Brewing, brewers of premium ales and lagers, introduces its No. 5, Imperial India Pale Ale, this week. This new addition to Upslope Brewing’s year round offerings is packaged exclusively in Ball Corporation’s 19.2 oz Royal Pint aluminum can and will be available in Colorado liquor stores starting today.
Rochester Mills Announces Winners of Mills Big Brew Review Michigan Homebrew Contest
Rochester, MI — Rochester Mills Beer Co. and Production Brewery are proud to announce that the annual Mills Big Brew Day has yet again returned a wide spectrum of quality beers that showcase the talents of Michigan homebrewers. Warren resident Zach Typinski’s Imperial IPA and Grand Rapids (Beer City USA) resident Adam Campbell’s Saison triumphed… Read more »
Saranac to Showcase New Brews, Food Pairings at SAVOR 2013
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The brew minds behind F.X. Matt Brewing Company’s Saranac brought innovation to a new level with the creation of an exclusive brew, available only at SAVOR 2013, that features ingredients specially bred for their unique flavor and aroma profiles.