Craft beer industry news.
Boulder, CO – The Brewers Association (BA), the not-for-profit trade group dedicated to promoting and protecting America's small and independent brewers, is pleased to announce its 2011 board of directors. Following the member election, held last fall, the following new board members were elected: Stephen Hindy of Brooklyn Brewery, John Mallett of Bell's Brewery, Inc.,… Read more »
The latest blog post from Sam Calagione at Dogfish Head highlighted some changes in distribution for 2011. Check out what Calagione wrote below: Hello and happy almost Spring fellow off-centered beer enthusiasts. As we look back on last year from atop our uni-tanks here in Milton, Delaware we have much to be proud of and… Read more »
BOSTON – When Chris Lohring was first deciding to build a brand entirely around session beer, some people told him he was crazy. Sure, creating an entire beer line that is less than 5.0% ABV might seem to limit what you can provide to customers, but Lohring thinks just the opposite. “When I first started… Read more »
DENVER – Wynkoop Holdings, Inc. (parent company of Wynkoop Brewing Company and seven Colorado restaurants and brewpubs) and Breckenridge Holding Company (owner and operator of Breckenridge Brewery and four Colorado brewpubs and taphouses) have completed the details for a 50/50 joint venture between the two trailblazing companies. The details officially unite two of Colorado’s pioneering and prominent craft brewers… Read more »
NOVATO, CA – In honor of the World Champions (World Series Winning San Francisco Giants) at the Cove, Moylan’s has created a smooth, American Black Ale brewed with orange zest. A hearty brew for the bleacher bums, the gardeners of turf and patient fans who have endured 54 years of pine-grabbing torture. This ale is… Read more »
PORTSMOUTH, NH – The line outside the Portsmouth brewery began forming at 4 a.m. on March 7th and it wasn't for a Justin Bieber concert. Instead fans of "Kate the Great," camped out for the highly anticipated release of one very special brew. Kate the Great, a Russian Imperial Stout, is currently the 7th ranked… Read more »
PORTLAND, OR – Oregon's only farmhouse inspired craft brewery Upright Brewing is turning 2 years old and celebrating with a party on Sunday March 20th from 1-6pm at the Tasting Room. The party will also mark the return of perhaps the breweries most anticipated annual release Four Play a sour farmhouse cherry wheat beer aged… Read more »
(Boston, MA) – The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM) reported a fourth quarter core product depletions increase of 12% as compared to the fourth quarter of 2009. Net income for the fourth quarter was $12.2 million, or $0.87 per diluted share, an increase of $4.7 million, or $0.35 per diluted share, from the fourth quarter of… Read more »
FROM SHORT'S BREWING BLOG BELLAIRE, MI – After receiving some very heartfelt communications regarding our much loved seasonal beer named Hangin’ Frank, Short’s has decided to rebrand this beer for next year. The rebranding will keep the beer exactly the same, but with a new name and new artwork. For anyone wondering why we have a… Read more »
WASHINGTON – A new economic impact study shows America's beer industry, made up of brewers, beer importers, beer distributors, brewer suppliers and retailers, directly and indirectly contributes $223.8 billion each year to the U.S. economy. Commissioned by the Beer Institute and the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA), the study shows that the industry generates more… Read more »
TAMPA, FL – This Saturday marks the release of Cigar City's Hunahpu's Imperial Stout. The event will take place from 12 PM – midnight and feature some guest taps. See the details below for more information. Hunaphu Release Day Details The first 750 people who receive a wristband will be able to buy Hunahpu’s Imperial… Read more »
BOSTON – "A Beer Dinner with the Bruery" will be held on Thursday, March 10th, at 6:30pm. The event will include opening refreshments and a five-course seated dinner for $75 per person, excluding tax & gratuity. Listed Below is the menu: As you arrive… Pancetta Wrapped Shrimp, lemon aioli with Saison de Lente First Course Bibb… Read more »
Ft. Collins, CO – New Belgium Brewing, maker of Fat Tire Amber Ale, is seeking submissions for its second annual Clips of Faith beer and film tour (www.clipsoffaith.com). Clips of Faith is an 18-city tour that travels the country pouring beers from its hard-to-find Lips of Faith series while featuring amateur films and raising money… Read more »
Westminster, MA – Wachusett Brewing Company will be releasing their Green Monsta IPA on April 1st, 2011. The 6.0% A.B.V. and 55 IBU India Pale Ale will use an All-American yeast strain as well as Cascade, Amarillo and Centennial hops to knock any beer fan's taste buds out of the park. Green Monsta IPA will… Read more »
