Labatt Introduces New Blue Light Apple
Labatt Blue Light recently introduced a new fruit flavored light pilsner, Labatt Blue Light Apple.
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Lakewood Brewing Releasing Cool New Beers for the Hot Texas Summer
Lakewood Brewing Co. has announced its lineup of “hot” varieties to cool off this summer, including a fruity seasonal, super-fresh draft only releases, new Temptress variants, and a new IPA Mix 12-Pack.
May Consumer Price Index for Beer At Home +6.1% YoY, Away from Home +5%
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for beer both at home (+6.1%) and away from home (+5%) outpaced overall inflation (+4%) once again in May 2023 compared to May 2022, before seasonal adjustment, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Legislative Roundup: 20+ Bev-Alc Changes Proposed in Wisconsin; New Jersey Senate Advances Eased Taproom Restrictions
An assembly hearing is scheduled today in Wisconsin for a 156-page bill which would make more than 20 changes to the Badger State’s alcohol laws, including expanded retail allowances for breweries.
The Virginia Beer Company Joins Lost Rhino Brewing for Combat Common Collaboration Beer to Benefit Veterans
The Virginia Beer Company formally announced its participation in a multi-brewery collaboration hosted by Ashburn, VA’s Lost Rhino Brewing Company to benefit the Road Warrior Foundation, a non-profit focused on adventure therapy for veterans.
Rebranding Becomes a Family Affair for Three 3’s Craft Beer
The new primary logo features three number 3’s surrounded by an interlocking wave graphic with the Three 3’s name underneath. On the cans, the logo is positioned next to the Three 3’s name, providing a banner that boldly stretches across packaging and all other materials.
New Streamlined Alfa Laval Unique Mixproof CIP and Process Valves Meet Market Demand
Alfa Laval is unveiling two new hygienic valves, the Alfa Laval Unique Mixproof CIP and Unique Mixproof Process, extending its hygienic double-seat valve range to meet market demands.
Buoy Introduces Pride IPA for This Year’s Pride Fundraiser
Pride Month is fast approaching and each year, Buoy Beer Company works to raise money and awareness for the LGBTQIA2S+ community. Since 2017, Buoy has created a unique Pride Tee to benefit Astoria’s Lower Columbia Q Center.
Lawson’s Finest Liquids Appoints Adeline Druart as New CEO
Lawson’s Finest Liquids has named Adeline Druart as the 15-year-old Vermont craft brewery’s second CEO. Lawson’s founders Sean and Karen Lawson made the hire public today, appointing Druart as the successor to Sean Lawson.
Brewbound Podcast: A Legend Returns, a Cannabis Company Buys a Craft Brewery and Distributors Dish on Bud Light
The Brewbound team breaks down the latest headlines, including Ken Grossman’s return to Sierra Nevada as interim CEO, Bayou City Hemp’s acquisition of 8th Wonder in Houston, and Wall Street analysts’ survey of distributors that paint a bleak picture for Bud Light.
Firestone Walker Releases New Limited-Edition IPAs
Firestone Walker is rolling into summer with limited-edition releases of Another Life and Mystic Shadows, two new treasure beers available exclusively in the brewery’s second round of IPA Mixed Packs for 2023.
Ohanafy Successfully Raises $2.8 Million in an Oversubscribed Seed Round to Fund Growth
Ohanafy, the leader in craft beverage management software, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its latest capital raise, securing $2.8 million in funding.
CEO Steve Fechheimer to Depart New Belgium After Leading Fort Collins Craft Brewery to Record Growth
Steve Fechheimer, who led New Belgium Brewing Company to unprecedented growth, will depart the company in August after six years to “explore new challenges.”
Classic Beverage to Acquire Around 1M Cases From Scout Distribution in San Diego
The wheeling and dealing between Classic Beverage and Scout Distribution continues in California. Classic Beverage of San Diego announced a deal on Friday to acquire Scout Distribution’s business in San Diego. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed, but the deal is expected to close by August 11, pending supplier approvals.