Craft beer industry news.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — America’s beer distributors arrived in Washington, D.C., this week for the 2013 National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) Legislative Conference to advocate for effective state-based alcohol regulation and to educate members of Congress about the 130,000 quality jobs that independent beer distributors provide.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Founders Brewing Co. announced today that they will expand distribution to the United Kingdom with beers available across the nation beginning in June of this year through a partnership with specialty beer importers James Clay. Both year-round and seasonal beers will be available in bottles immediately with draft expected to follow… Read more »
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – The legendary beard and smoking jacket are back, as Dos Equis today announced the launch of its 2013 creative advertising campaign featuring the “Most Interesting Man in the World.” The advertising icon will be featured in new spots set to run nationally via television and online, all of which ending with… Read more »
ORANGE, CA – Since opening its doors in February, Valiant Brewing Co. — the newest craft brewery in Orange County, Calif. — has been busy releasing new beers, taking part in local and regional beer events, and connecting with local homebrew clubs and other organizations. Now, as part of its first Celebrate Craft Beer Week,… Read more »
SAN FRANCISCO – Speakeasy Ales & Lagers is preparing to launch distribution in Chicago this May, making Illinois the 8th state to offer beers from the San Francisco-based craft brewery. Speakeasy has partnered with River North Beer as the exclusive distributor for the Chicagoland area.
Manhattan Beer Distributors, one of the country’s largest beer wholesalers, confirmed to Brewbound.com that it has signed distribution agreements with three top 50 craft beer brands: Shiner, Schlafly and Pyramid. The Bronx, NY-based wholesaler will launch the Shiner brand of beers — owned by The Gambrinus Company — throughout New York City today.
AHAINA, MAUI, HI – 13 April 2013 – Maui Brewing Co. (MBC) is happy to announce their collaboration with Lost Abbey, using 100% local Maui raised lemongrass! Lemongrass Saison is a 5.5% ABV beer utilizing White Wheat, Oats, Pilsner malt, Lemongrass, Citra and Nelson Sauvin hops. This first limited release of 2013 will be available… Read more »
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Founders Brewing Co. announced today that they plan to host Founders Fest 2013 on the streets of downtown Grand Rapids once again, from 3-11pm on Saturday, June 22. This is the brewery’s sixth annual outdoor festival celebrating two of the things they love most: beer and music. Founders is expecting 6000… Read more »
PORTLAND, OR – Occidental Brewing Co. announces the release of their beloved K├Âlsch in 16 ounce cans. Occidental’s K├Âlsch is a year-round favorite of Pacific Northwest beer drinkers for its crisp, clean flavor, smooth bitterness and balanced hop profile thanks to German Perle hops. Now, lovers of this deli┬¡cious session beer can pick up a… Read more »
Craft brewers throughout the state of Washington are lobbying against a proposed tax hike on beer sold in-state. In 2010, the state excise tax on in-state brewers producing more than 60,000 barrels annually was temporarily raised from 26 cents per gallon to 76 cents per gallon in an effort to help increase state revenues during… Read more »
VICTOR, ID — Grand Teton Brewing, known throughout the West for exceptional craft brews, is proud to announce the release of Oud Bruin Belgian-Style Ale as the second installment of their 25th anniversary Cellar Reserve trilogy. A favorite style of the brewmaster, Oud Bruin Belgian-Style Ale was first brewed in 2007 as a tart, refreshing… Read more »
Paso Robles, CA—The beast is back, as Firestone Walker Brewing Company is set to release the 2013 vintage of Parabola on April 15. As always, brewing this massive barrel-aged Russian imperial oatmeal stout continues to be a challenge—“It’s like extracting liquid from a big oatmeal cookie,” says Brewmaster Matt Brynildson. The recipe is unchanged, but… Read more »
PHILADELPHIA, PA — It’s almost time for Philly Beer Week (PBW) 2013, the nation’s largest celebration of beer held Friday, May 31 through Sunday, June 9. The countdown has begun to the official kick-off event, Opening Tap and tickets are now available online. Philly Beer Week has also announced hotel packages and the new 2013… Read more »
