News

Craft beer industry news.

Chicago Cubs And Old Style Continue To Play Ball

Chicago Cubs And Old Style Continue To Play Ball

CHICAGO – Rest easy, Cubs fans. Old Style is back at Wrigley Field for the upcoming 2012 and 2013 seasons. Pabst Brewing Company, North America’s largest privately held brewing company and makers of Old Style and Old Style Light, and the Chicago Cubs announced today that Chicago’s iconic beer and the beloved Cubs are continuing… Read more »

Applebee’s Favorite Beer Contest Winners Announced

Applebee’s Favorite Beer Contest Winners Announced

BAY SHORE, NY– Attendees at the 5th Annual North Fork Craft Beer, BBQ & Wine Festival held at Martha Clara Vineyards in Riverhead, NY on August 13, 2011 were asked to vote for their favorite beer of the festival as part of the Applebee’s favorite beer contest.

Bison Brewing Releases Oragnic Zeal Island Pale Ale

Bison Brewing Releases Oragnic Zeal Island Pale Ale

BERKELEY, CA – It isn’t every day that a homebrewer gets the chance to upscale a recipe and brew on a commercial system under the guidance of a master brewer. But for one lucky California homebrewer, this dream became a reality. Bison Brewing, the 100% certified organic brewery based in Berkeley, CA, teamed up with… Read more »

BrewDog Launches The Strongest Ever Fermented Beer, Ghost Deer

BrewDog Launches The Strongest Ever Fermented Beer, Ghost Deer

FRASERBURGH, SCT – Fu*k the system. Forget what you know. What has been. Bow to no one. History is bereft. Reorder. Disorder. Embrace the unknown. The groundbreaking. The challenging. The revolution is upon us. Say hello to Ghost Deer. A defiant and irreverent, devil may care, supersonic bitch of a beer. Ghost Deer is a… Read more »

Innis & Gunn  Announces Release Of Two New Beers In U.S. Market

Innis & Gunn Announces Release Of Two New Beers In U.S. Market

UNIONDALE, N.Y. – Innis & Gunn, Scotland’s largest independent brewing company, announced details about two new beers coming to the U.S. this Fall, a very limited production quantity of Innis & Gunn Highland Cask and the highly-anticipated Innis & Gun Winter Beer which will be available for the first time as part of the 2011… Read more »

Diamond Knot Brewing Co. Releases Vienna Ale.

Diamond Knot Brewing Co. Releases Vienna Ale.

MUKILTEO, WA – Looking ahead to cooler weather and falling leaves, Diamond Knot Brewing Co. is bringing back its Vienna Ale. Starting in September, this fall seasonal beer will be available on draft and in 22-oz bottles at retailers in throughout Washington, Oregon and through Total Wine & More.

Victory Brewing Co. Launching New Blog Series

Victory Brewing Co. Launching New Blog Series

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The fans of Victory Brewing Company are about to be rewarded for their loyalty as Victory’s blog gives them an inside look at the production of one of its most popular brands. Beginning on September 7, 2011 the Victory Beer Blog (www.victorybeer.com/blog) will be sharing details, photos and videos to let beer… Read more »

Mystic Brewery To Release First Beer On Friday

Mystic Brewery To Release First Beer On Friday

CHELSEA, MA – This week, Mystic Brewery releases Mystic Saison. This is the first beer in the Mystic 16┬░ Series of beers brewed using artisanal Belgian brewing methods in combination with an innovative New England approach to beer-making. Warning: the following is geekified. There is no marketing company involved trying to make it palatable to… Read more »

Uinta Brewing Co. Launches Redesign

Uinta Brewing Co. Launches Redesign

SALT LIKE CITY – Uinta Brewing Company recently unveiled its new logo offering the first glance of Uinta’s comprehensive redesign. Uinta’s custom designed and proprietary “compass bottle” makes its debut in distinctive new packaging this month. Inspired by an upcoming 20th anniversary, Uinta Brewery sought a fresh approach in showcasing its products while maintaining the… Read more »

Founders Brewing Announces Canadian Breakfast Stout Release Date

Founders Brewing Announces Canadian Breakfast Stout Release Date

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Founders Brewing Co. Vice President/Director of Marketing Dave Engbers announced last month that the highly anticipated Canadian Breakfast Stout (CBS) will be the second release in the company’s 750mL “Backstage Series”. It will be released to the market on October 3, 2011, with a taproom release party on October 1.

First Annual ‘Rare Beer Auction’ To Be Held In Sacramento

First Annual ‘Rare Beer Auction’ To Be Held In Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, CA – Brewers from all over California are digging deep into the far crevices of their cellars to bring some of their most extraordinary, rare, and treasured beers to the public for the first annual “California Rare Beer Auction” to be held at the Rubicon Brewing Company in Sacramento on Saturday, September 10th.

Nominees Announced For Craft Beer Distributor Of The Year Award

Nominees Announced For Craft Beer Distributor Of The Year Award

ALEXANDRIA, VA — The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and the Brewers Association (BA) are pleased to announce the nominees for the Fifth Annual Craft Beer Distributor of the Year Award. The award recognizes an American beer distributor who goes above and beyond in their efforts to market, sell and promote craft beers.

Uinta Brewing Releases Oak Jacked Imperial Pumpkin Ale

Uinta Brewing Releases Oak Jacked Imperial Pumpkin Ale

SALT LAKE CITY – Uinta Brewing Company introduces the newest addition to their Crooked Line of beers, Oak Jacked Imperial Wood Aged Pumpkin Ale. “Jacked” is a very limited, seasonal beer, only 850 cases were produced. Jacked is brewed with fresh pumpkin and fall spices and has been aging in Oak barrels for 6 months…. Read more »

Lunar Blue Moon Inspires Unique Collaboration At Blue Moon Brewing Co.

Lunar Blue Moon Inspires Unique Collaboration At Blue Moon Brewing Co.

DENVER, CO – One year from today, a blue moon will shine in the sky and a new beer from Blue Moon Brewing Company will be on shelves. But the latest creation won’t come solely from the minds of Blue Moon brew masters Keith Villa and John Legnard. Through the Craft the Next Blue Moon… Read more »