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Full Sail Brewing Releases English Pale

HOOD RIVER, Ore. — Full Sail Brewing has just announced the release of the next beer in their new rotating line of classic ales called the Pub Series.

Consumer Reports Ranks ‘Best Bets in Beers’

Consumer Reports Ranks ‘Best Bets in Beers’

It’s hardly a representative sample size, but Consumer Reports recently conducted a blind taste test of 23 ‘craft’ beers, ranking their favorite ales and lagers based on flavor and aroma attributes.

Ballast Point Refreshes Look, Pushes Into Supermarkets

Ballast Point Refreshes Look, Pushes Into Supermarkets

After revealing a refreshed brand image with the launch of its new 12 oz. cans in March, San Diego’s Ballast Point Brewing yesterday unveiled similarly-styled designs on its 22 oz. and 12 oz. bottles.

Wynkoop Brewing Releases Canned Colorojo

DENVER — Wynkoop Brewing Company is now releasing Colorojo Imperial Red in hand-labeled cans. The beer is a luscious extra-strength amber ale made with hefty amounts of malts and specialty grains, and a blend of four American hops.

Homebrewing Now Legal in all 50 States

Boulder, CO ÔÇó Today, homebrewers can legally brew in every state in the country, as recently passed homebrewing legislation takes effect in Mississippi, according to the American Homebrewers Association (AHA). Homebrewing was federally legalized in 1978 for the first time since Prohibition made it illegal in 1919. However, regulation of alcohol is predominantly left to… Read more »

First Woman in 30 Years Wins Homebrewer of the Year

Philadelphia, PA ÔÇó — More than 3,400 homebrewers and beer enthusiasts gathered at the 35th Annual National Homebrewers Conference presented by the American Homebrewers Association (AHA) this weekend at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, where they attended seminars, bonded over brews and had their beers judged in the world’s largest beer competition.

Duvel Moortgat Celebrates Belgian Independence Day

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Legendary Belgian Brewery and Importer Duvel Moortgat will celebrate Belgian Independence Day from Wednesday, July 17 through Sunday, July 21 (the official holiday) with a week of events to mark the uprising that separated Belgium from the Netherlands. Across the region, 10 various bars, restaurants and markets will serve Duvel Moortgat’s portfolio… Read more »

Tickets to Avery Brewing’s 20th Anniversary Party Now on Sale

Boulder, CO — The Avery Brewing Co. is finalizing plans for its 20th Anniversary Party, and according to party organizers this year they’re “gonna go big” to celebrate the last 20 years. “Twenty years of brewing here in the alley in Boulder is a huge milestone for us,” said Avery’s National Marketing Director Darin McGregor…. Read more »

Alan Newman: The Curious Opportunist

Alan Newman: The Curious Opportunist

Alan Newman calls himself an “opportunity-junkie.” Over the past 31 years as a serial entrepreneur, he’s successfully helped to build three companies in three entirely different industries: Gardener’s Supply Company, a mail-order gardening supply company; Seventh Generation, a brand of environmentally-safe household products, and Magic Hat Brewing.

The Lost Abbey Honored as ‘Champion Brewery’ at San Diego International Beer Competition

San Marcos, CA, — The 7th Annual San Diego International Beer Competition concluded Sunday, June 23rd with The Lost Abbey earning 6 total medals as well as being honored with the first ever “Champion Brewery” award. (The Champion Brewery award was bestowed upon the brewery location with the most cumulative points based on awards.)

Deschutes Expands to East Coast with Permanent Philadelphia Distribution

Deschutes Expands to East Coast with Permanent Philadelphia Distribution

After four years of shipping beer to the East Coast for ‘Philly Beer Week,’ Deschutes Brewery — the country’s fifth largest craft brewery — announced today the permanent distribution of its beers to the Philadelphia market through Muller, Inc.

Beachwood Brewing to Bottle Melrose IPA

LONG BEACH, Calif. — June 27, 2013 — To the delight of hoppy beer fans across Southern California, Beachwood BBQ & Brewing is set to release its second bottled IPA and one of it’s most recognized beers — MELROSE IPA — debuting July 16, 2013.

Ciderboys Introduces Apple Raspberry Hard Cider

STEVENS POINT, Wis. — Raspberries and apples are made for each other. Raspberry Smash Apple Raspberry Hard Cider, the newest fruitful pairing from Ciderboys Cider Co, proves it.