Craft beer industry news.
The first review in a series of Latitude 48 beers, we begin by critiquing the original Latitude 48. Over the course of the week, we will sample and review each of the beers from the recent ‘Deconstructed’ 12-pack, which is finding it’s way to retailers’ shelves over the month of May. Drink this one up,… Read more »
CHICO, CA. – Sierra Nevada Brewing Company is releasing two new beers, one made specially for the popular summer music festival Bonnaroo. Sierra Nevada Communications Coordinator, Bill Manley, confirmed that Bonnaroo Brew, an American farmhouse ale, was made for the fest.
Portland, OR – The Portland Fruit Beer Festival, scheduled for June 11th and 12th, has announced the primary 15 beers and breweries that will occupy the outdoor beer garden. The event, which takes place at 7th and E. Burnside, will feature fruit beers that represent some of the best U.S. craft brewers have to offer.
FT. COLLINS, CO. – If you haven’t experienced Tour de Fat, you just haven’t had enough fun on two wheels. In its 12th season, New Belgium Brewing’s traveling celebration of all things bicycle will make its mark on 13 cities this year, singing the praises of the bike life while raising funds for local non-profits.
ATLANTA, GA – Almost a decade ago we began working with Upper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper to help them in their mission of protecting the river which provides clean water for millions of folks in the southeast (quite possibly you and definitely our brewery!) What began as donating cases of SweetWater for fundraisers and post river cleanup… Read more »
ROSWELL, GA — Gila Brew Co., LLC, a premium beverage supplier in the U.S., today announces the re-launch of CJ Crunk Juce, Premium Malt Beverage. Crunk Juce has a superior, distinctly engaging taste and is currently available in many states with rapidly expanding distribution. Crunk Juce, also known as “CJ,” was launched in 2010 by… Read more »
WHITE PLAINS, NY — Heineken USA, the nation’s premier beer importer, today announced its selection of Wieden+Kennedy of New York (W+K NYC) as the advertising agency of record (AOR) for brand Heineken. W+K NYC’s responsibilities for Heineken USA will include strategic and creative development to support the brand’s global strategy and positioning.
BROOKLYN, NY – The newest beer to be added to Brooklyn Brewery’s Brewmaster’s Reserve Series was inspired not by other beers, but in fact a cocktail. A recent post on the Brooklyn Brewery blog, tells the story of “The Brooklyn Tonic,” taking its name from a cocktail artfully crafted by bartender Sam Ross at the… Read more »
KNOXVILLE, TN — Marble City Brewing Company has officially released their first beer, Nectar Rubus, after months of legal worries regarding the name “Marble.” In March, news broke that a dispute over the use of the name “Marble,” with respect to breweries was launched by Jeffery Jinnett, the Owner of Marble Brewery in Albuquerque, New… Read more »
For the first time in 120 years, Gansett is releasing a summer seasonal. With such a long wait on it’s return, we had high expectations, that were not only met but exceeded. Say what you will about the ‘Tall Boy,’ but this offering might be their best seasonal yet (although we are partial to the… Read more »
BROOKLYN, NY – The Brooklyn Brewery’s fastest growing seasonal beer is for the first time available in cans. Purchasable as a compact 12-pack, lightweight and more easily recycled than bottles, canned Brooklyn Summer Ale is the perfect companion for summertime activities.
AUKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – Collaborations are alive and well down under, as New Zealand brewer Luke Nicholas of Epic Beer has created a beer with the help of 43 other breweries. Mash Up is the newest collaboration beer to hit the market, and while the idea of collaborations is certainly not new, this is a… Read more »
UTICA, NY- Everyone’s favorite summer variety package is back with 6 beers made perfect for summer! Where else can you get six award-winning beers in one exclusive summer package? Nowhere!
BOSTON – The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM) and its former glass bottle supplier have today entered into an agreement to settle all claims regarding the recall implemented by the Boston Beer Company in 2008. The Boston Beer Company will receive payment of $20.5 million and all parties will release each other on any… Read more »
