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CraftHaus Brewery to Launch Kickstarter Campaign

LAS VEGAS — CraftHaus Brewery, a soon-to-be artisanal, craft brewery that creates quality ales, is launching an online funding campaign to raise crucial funding to build the first open concept, brewery and taproom combination in Las Vegas.

Brewbound’s ‘Brew Talks’ Travels to the Windy City on April 9

Brewbound’s ‘Brew Talks’ Travels to the Windy City on April 9

Wirtz Beverage, Illinois’ newest craft beer distributor, will discuss brand building and best practices in craft beer distribution during Brewbound’s next Brew Talks event, which will be held on April 9 in Chicago. The event will be streaming live online starting at 8pm EST for those who are unable to attend in Chicago. Beer industry… Read more »

Diamond Knot Prepares For Brewery & Alehouse Grand Re-Opening

MUKILTEO, WA — It’s been all hands on deck in preparation for the grand re-opening of Diamond Knot Craft Brewing’s flagship location on the Mukilteo Waterfront. The Diamond Knot Brewery & Alehouse will celebrate this long awaited moment Saturday, April 6 at 1 p.m. when the company and the City of Mukilteo officially “christen” the… Read more »

VIDEO: CBC Attendees Discuss 2013 Trends

VIDEO: CBC Attendees Discuss 2013 Trends

Nearly everyone attending the 2013 Craft Brewers Conference could tell you: The craft beer space has become more competitive than ever. But amidst the noise about growth, there are trends — consumer, industry, cultural — that are helping to influence demand. Brewbound’s correspondents, in an effort to get beyond growth statistics and stories of sharp… Read more »

F.X. Matt Brewing Company Shares Craft Expertise at Craft Brewers Conference

F.X. Matt Brewing Company Chairman and CEO Nick Matt and President and COO Fred Matt — brewers of the premium craft beer, Saranac — shared their expertise at the Brewers Association Craft Brewers Conference (CBC) & BrewExpo America. This year’s CBC, held March 26-29 in Washington, D.C., brought together nearly 6,000 brewing professionals for more… Read more »

Fordham and Dominion Brewing Beers Earn Placement at Oriole Park

Dover, DE — Fordham & Dominion Brewing Co. beers will be pouring at 20 locations in Oriole Park at Camden Yards during the 2013 season. For the fourth consecutive year, the brewery will provide Hop Mountain Pale Ale, Copperhead Ale, Rams Head IPA, Oak Barrel Stout, and seasonal varieties to thirsty craft beer consumers at… Read more »

Odell Brewing Introduces Tree Shaker, Imperial Peach IPA

Fort Collins, CO. — On April 6, 2013, Odell Brewing will release its latest Cellar Series offering, Tree Shaker Imperial Peach IPA, brewed with 3000 pounds of pureed peaches grown on the Western slope of Colorado.

Craft Brew Alliance Launches Square Mile Cider Company

Craft Brew Alliance Launches Square Mile Cider Company

An apple a day couldn’t keep Craft Brew Alliance (CBA) away from the cider business. CBA – which already markets the Kona Brewing, Redhook Brewery, Widmer Brothers Brewing and Omission beer brands – today announced the launch of Square Mile Cider Company.

Bantam Cider Company Launches Barrel-Aged Cider

CAMBRIDGE, MA — Bantam Cider Company is pleased to announce the release of its barrel-aged cider, La Grande. La Grande is a blend of local apples featuring the Reine de Pomme, an heirloom French cider apple rich in tannins. La Grande combines wild and cultivated yeast fermented dry and then aged in bourbon and rum… Read more »

Massachusetts Beverage Alliance Becomes Importer for Montreal-Based Gluten-Free Craft Brewery

Montreal, Quebec, – The BSG Brewery and the Massachusetts Beverage Alliance (MBA) are proud to announce the launch of gluten-free Glutenberg beers in Massachusetts. This news is even more important for Glutenberg because the launch is the young brewery’s first foray on American soil. MBA will be BSG’s partner of choice, both as Glutenberg’s Massachusetts’s… Read more »

Ipswich Ale Brewery Unveils Latest 5 Mile Offering

IPSWICH, MA – We created 5 Mile with the sole purpose of creating exceptional beers using local ingredients. 5 Mile’s mission is to use at least 50% MA ingredients while always having at least one ingredient from within 5 Miles of Ipswich. We believe there is nothing better than supporting local agriculture to make a… Read more »

Albermarle CiderWorks Claims Three Medals at International Competition

North Garden, VA – Albemarle CiderWorks in North Garden VA has announced that three of its locally crafted artisanal ciders won medals in the 2013 Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition (GLINTCAP). Jupiter’s Legacy won a silver medal while Royal Pippin and Ragged Mountain won bronze medals in the eighth annual GLINTCAP March 24th,… Read more »

Southern Tier Brewing Company Expands to Texas

Lakewood, NY – Southern Tier Brewing Company of Lakewood, New York announces the expansion of their distribution network with the addition of Texas, beginning with Austin, Houston and San Antonio. Distribution to Texas has been a long-awaited goal for the growing New York Brewery. Craft beer drinkers in Texas will have access to a vast… Read more »

Avery Dennison Cracks Open New Craft Beer Portfolio

MENTOR, OH —Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials introduced a new portfolio of pressure-sensitive label materials for the craft beer market at BrewExpo America 2013 in Washington, D.C. The portfolio features 10 pressure-sensitive facestocks and four adhesives that meet the design and application needs of craft beer brand owners.The new portfolio provides breweries a wide… Read more »