Craft beer industry news.
ESCONDIDO, CA – Rumors have been buzzing the internet with news that Stone Brewing Co. beers would soon be available in Iowa, and that is indeed happening come October 1. Stone, which is known for its bold, flavorful and hop-centric beers, will be distributed throughout the Hawkeye state thanks to Doll Distributing in Des Moines,… Read more »
HOOD RIVER, OR – It’s been 25 years since Full Sail Brewing brewed up their first batch of beer and to celebrate they have crafted “25,” a pale doppelbock to celebrate this special occasion: the brewery’s 25th anniversary. The Full Sail crew invites you to join them in toasting to “25” in Hood River on… Read more »
DOUGLAS, MI— Saugatuck Brewing Company has entered into a distribution agreement with Louis Glunz Beers, Inc. and will be offering product throughout metro Chicago beginning this month. This adds to the existing distribution of the full state of Michigan.
SAN DIEGO, CA – The Sustainable Sites Initiative (SITES) has announced Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens in Escondido, CA as one of eight projects that have recently achieved certification under the nation’s most comprehensive rating system for the sustainable design, construction and maintenance of built landscapes.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Say goodbye to sunburns and uninspired citrus-soaked summer pilsners; Founders Brewing Co. (www.foundersbrewing.com) offers bold flavor for the craft beer palate this month with the arrival of this year’s Breakfast Stout, available on tap and in bottles across the 23-state Founders footprint beginning September 21. Breakfast Stout carries a suggested retail… Read more »
NEW YORK, – Oktoberfest 2012 in New York City will take on a new vertical dimension with the entry of 230 FIFTH into the roster of annual salutes to the fabled Bavarian beer bacchanalia. Five German beers and two Germanic gastronomic classics will supplement the considerable attractions of Manhattan’s largest Rooftop Garden and Penthouse Lounge,… Read more »
LOS ANGELES – You know that “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” song that incessantly plays on the radio come December to help ring in the string of end-of-year Hallmark holidays? Well, we’re calling on local radio stations to start putting it in the loop right now, since the 4th Annual LA Beer… Read more »
DENVER, CO – Denver Beer Co. announced its appropriation of neighboring building space soon to be called the Barrel Room at Denver Beer Co. Sized at 1,700 square feet, this annexation will allow the brewery to continue to expand its production capacity and will also provide room for a second, more intimate tasting room and… Read more »
Hoping to capitalize on one of the hottest package trends in craft beer, Wisconsin-based Stevens Point Brewery has added a four-pack of 16 oz. cans to its SKU mix with the release of Point Special Lager, appropriately dubbed ‘Big Charlie 16.’ Company spokesperson Julie Birrenkott said Stevens Point decided to introduce the new package after… Read more »
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – Today HEINEKEN USA, the nation’s leading upscale beer importer, officially announced that for the first time since 1946, Heineken has redesigned their world-class green bottle for U.S. consumers. The revamped “Star Bottle” is set to hit select New York State markets beginning mid-September, with a national roll-out slated to begin in… Read more »
ATHENS, GA – Rumbling onto shelves soon is Terrapin Beer Co.’s long-running imperial red ale: Big Hoppy Monster! As the founding member of the Monster Beer Tour series of high-gravity seasonal brews, this year’s release gets an upgrade: Terrapin has aged the entire batch on French oak!
NEW YORK – Mike Rowe is thirsty. Really thirsty. And after doing hundreds of dirty jobs, who can blame him? In Discovery’s brand new three part series HOW BOOZE BUILT AMERICA, premiering on Wednesday, September 19th at 10pm ET/PT (and airing on the following two Wednesdays), host Mike Rowe takes a break from the dirty… Read more »
ALEXANDRIA, VA — This Monday, America’s beer distributors will join citizens throughout the country in commemorating Constitution Day, which celebrates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) President & CEO Craig Purser issued the following statement:
FORT COLLINS, CO. — On September 22, 2012, fall officially returns as does Odell Brewing Company’s Mountain Standard. The brew, a double black IPA, was released in a four-pack for the first time last year. Featuring hops grown on Colorado’s western slope, the brew blends a rich, dark malt character with a crisp and bright… Read more »
