Pumpkin Ale by Upslope Brewing Company Returns
BOULDER, Colo. — Upslope Brewing Company’s most highly anticipated Limited Release beer, Pumpkin Ale, is back on the scene this fall.
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Walmart Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer to Speak at NBWA’s 76th Annual Convention and Trade Show
ALEXANDRIA, VA — The National Beer Wholesalers Association’s (NBWA) 76th Annual Convention and Trade Show will take place September 29 — October 2, 2013, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. Duncan Mac Naughton, Walmart’s executive vice president, chief merchandising and marketing officer, will address attendees on Tuesday, October 1, during the General Session.
No-Li Brewhouse Introduces New Imperial Series 4-Pack
Spokane, WAÔǪ The award-winning No-Li Brewhouse that brings you Spokane-Style beers continues to push innovation through mind-bending growth, brewery expansion projects, and a new screen-printed,12-oz long-neck bottle, 4-pack. Despite a saturated craft beer market, No-Li Brewhouse continues to thrive on innovation in beer styles and bottle packages that serve a year-round customer experience. Continuous research… Read more »
BJ’s Restaurants Redesigns Logos of Handcrafted Beers
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. — BJ’s Restaurants Inc. is launching new logos for all ten of its signature, handcrafted beers, as well as its seasonal beers.* The new beer labels capture each signature beer’s unique flavor and aroma, and bring the beer’s personality to life through the creative vision of the BJ’s team and its marketing… Read more »
Laughing Dog Rebrands, Plans for $5 Million Expansion
Laughing Dog Brewing founder Fred Colby is the first to admit that his company’s canine-focused imagery feels a little ‘crafty.’ “I was always focused on ensuring the quality of our beer and never really paid much attention to the branding of the actual package,” he said. “We’ve heard from some customers that it feels like ‘joke beer,’ or that one of the ‘big guys’ was making it.”
Alamo Hires Former Pabst Executive As New COO
Months away from beginning construction on a multi-million dollar brewery in San Antonio, Alamo Beer Company has added to its executive team.
Overshores Brewing Co. Hires New Lead Brewer
East Haven, CT — Overshores Brewing Co., Connecticut’s first and only dedicated Belgian style brewery is pleased to announce that Brian Cox has joined the staff as Lead Brewer. Cox brings critical production brewing experience to the start-up brewery as it gears up to begin production this fall.
Diamond Knot Craft Brewing Hosts Month-Long Fundraiser for Dachshund Rescue
MUKILTEO, Wash. — Diamond Knot Craft Brewing has launched a month-long fundraiser in September for Oregon Dachshund Rescue and specifically Kramer, a young Dachshund who is need of major surgeries to help him live a normal doggy life.
Anchor Brewers & Distillers Celebrates Sailing in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO — Anchor Brewers & Distillers will be celebrating San Francisco’s sailing traditions throughout September as the city hosts the 34th America’s Cup. As a part of Anchor Brewers & Distillers’ planned activities, Anchor Steam┬« Beer has been named the official beer and Jun├¡pero┬« Gin has been named the official gin to San Francisco’s… Read more »
Sierra Nevada Announces Participating Breweries at Upcoming Harvest Festival
CHICO, Calif. — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., known for its allegiance to whole-cone hops and love of hop-forward beers, is highlighting the revered ingredient at its inaugural Single, Fresh, Wet & Wild Harvest Festival.
SlapShot Brewing Company in Chicago to Launch Saturday
CHICAGO — SlapShot Brewing Company is the latest addition to the rapidly growing beer industry in Chicago. From the 4000 sq ft production facility in the Little Village community, SlapShot Brewing operates a small 3.5 bbl brewhouse. Brewing small batches allows us to hand craft experimental as well as classic beer styles.
Just Beer Project Launches Just IPA
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Combating beer-drinking confusion and superiority, the Just Beer Project has launched Just IPA in 12 oz. bottles, adding a sessionable option to the rows of beers battling to out-hop, out-ingredient, out-do their shelf mates. Quadruple barrel aged bourbon stout brewed with yeast from an ancient Saharan tomb? No thanks. Sometimes you just… Read more »
REDD’s Strawberry Ale Launches Nationwide
ALBANY, Ga. — REDD’s Apple Ale now offers two ways to Pick DifferentÔäó with the nationwide launch of REDD’s Strawberry Ale. With the original REDD’s Apple Ale exceeding expectations with its successful launch in February 2013, the new strawberry flavor of REDD’s will continue to propel the line’s momentum.
Two Brews by Deschutes Return for Harvest Season
BEND, Ore. — Deschutes Brewery is taking full advantage of its close proximity to some of the world’s leading whole flower hops this season, releasing two fresh hop beers later this month.