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New Online Craft Beer Marketplace Launching In December

New Online Craft Beer Marketplace Launching In December

A new service is setting out to become your online destination for beer purchases. Beerjobber, an online retailer which is working directly with breweries could soon become many consumers first choice when looking to locate beers from outside their geographical region.

Product Review: La Citrueille Celeste De Citracado

Product Review: La Citrueille Celeste De Citracado

The problem with most craft beer we try isn’t that it’s not ‘full flavored’ or that it’s not drinkable. The problem is that there simply is too much of the same beer in the marketplace. But every once in a while, a beer comes along that makes us want to keep sampling new brew after… Read more »

Blatant Brewery Launches In Massachusetts

Blatant Brewery Launches In Massachusetts

BLATANT Brewery is a beer production company. Founded by Matthew Steinberg. Founded in 2010, BLATANT Brewery, LLC is an exciting new beer company offering local and regional markets an exceptional selection of beers. BLATANT beers are forceful but never forced. Like our people and company, these beers are dynamic and creative.

New Belgium Releases Snow Day

New Belgium Releases Snow Day

FT. COLLINS, CO. — New Belgium Brewing declares a snow day for everyone! This joyful phrase conjures universal meaning: forget work and enjoy. Snow Day Ale replaces 2┬║Below as New Belgium’s winter seasonal, bringing warmth and relaxation to cold winter days. Snow Day carries the subtle chocolate and caramel flavors of the newly developed Midnight… Read more »

Somerville Brewing Company Launches In Massachusetts

Somerville Brewing Company Launches In Massachusetts

SOMERVILLE, MA — It’s exciting times for the fervent craft beer scene in the Northeast as the new Somerville Brewing Company proudly announces its launch of brewing operations. The new brewery is producing draft and 22 oz. bottles of its beer under the Slumbrew brand. Each beer is the result of extensive refinement and is… Read more »

Koch, Newman Dish On New Project – Alchemy & Science

Koch, Newman Dish On New Project – Alchemy & Science

Boston Beer Co. founder, Jim Koch, has partnered with Alan Newman, the original founder of Magic Hat Brewing, to create an entirely new side project – Alchemy & Science. The startup, which is based in Burlington, VT is a subsidiary of the Boston Beer Co. and is currently in the infancy stages of development. “Right… Read more »

Deschutes Brewery Names Two New Brewmasters

Deschutes Brewery Names Two New Brewmasters

BEND, OR — Deschutes Brewery has promoted Cam O’Connor and Brian Faivre to two newly formed brewmaster positions. The two, who have been instrumental in the development of such game-changing brews as Hop in the Dark, Red Chair NWPA, Gluten Free Ale, the soon to be released Chainbreaker White IPA, and others, were chosen for… Read more »

Widmer Launches Alchemy Project With Barrel Aged Brrrbon `11

Widmer Launches Alchemy Project With Barrel Aged Brrrbon `11

PORTLAND, OR. — Widmer Brothers Brewing has launched its Alchemy Project with the release of Barrel Aged Brrrbon ’11. Named for the proprietary hop blend that serves as the foundation for many Widmer Brothers beers, the Alchemy Project is a new series of vintage-dated beers that can be enjoyed immediately or cellared for years.

Video: Stone Brewing’s Greg Koch Reads, Writes And Crowd Surfs

Video: Stone Brewing’s Greg Koch Reads, Writes And Crowd Surfs

Stone Brewing Company’s CEO and Co-Founder, Greg Koch, will be the first to tell you that he is an arrogant bastard. But when it comes to building both a recognizable and memorable brand image, Koch’s ‘arrogance’ has helped him to become one of the true visionaries in the craft beer industry.

Widmer Brothers Announces O’Ryely IPA As Third Release In Rotator Series

Widmer Brothers Announces O’Ryely IPA As Third Release In Rotator Series

PORTLAND, OR – Widmer Brothers Brewing introduces, O’Ryely IPA. The India Pale Ale is the third release in the brewery’s Rotator IPA Series, which features a new, limited-run IPA every few months. Handcrafted by the Widmer Brothers’ brewing team, O’Ryely IPA is available in limited quantities on draught and in six and twelve-packs at select… Read more »

Widmer Brothers Unveils Fall Brothers’ Reserve Beer

Widmer Brothers Unveils Fall Brothers’ Reserve Beer

PORTLAND, OR – Widmer Brothers Brewing has released Lemongrass Wheat Ale. The limited-edition beer is the fifth to be released in the brewery’s Brothers’ Reserve series, which showcases the brewers’ commitment to innovation and creativity in craft brewing. The one-time Lemongrass Wheat Ale release is available in very limited quantities on draught and in 22-ounce… Read more »

Ipswich Ale Brewery Releasing New Local Series Beer

Ipswich Ale Brewery Releasing New Local Series Beer

The Ipswich Ale Brewery is proud to present our 5 Mile Stock Ale, the first in a new line of limited edition beers! We created 5 Mile with the sole purpose of creating exceptional beers using local ingredients.

Heineken USA Appoints Darrell Johnson As Senior Director, Regional Marketing

Heineken USA Appoints Darrell Johnson As Senior Director, Regional Marketing

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — Heineken USA today announces the appointment of Darrell Johnson as Senior Director, Regional Marketing. In his new role, Johnson will report to Kheri Tillman, Vice President of Trade Marketing and Sales Strategy, and will be responsible for leading the regional marketing group, as well as driving local programs and sponsorships that… Read more »

Heineken Reporting More Beer Sales In Q3

Heineken Reporting More Beer Sales In Q3

AMSTERDAM – HEINEKEN N.V. today announced its trading update for the third quarter of 2011. In the quarter: On an organic1 basis, revenue grew 3.0% driven by higher volumes and improved price and sales mix;