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Odell Bourbon Barrel Stout Returns

Fort Collins, Colo. – On September 13, 2010, Odell Brewing will release the latest batch of its Bourbon Barrel Stout. Part of the brewery’s Single Serve series of beers, Bourbon Barrel Stout is an Imperial Stout aged in oak Bourbon barrels.   This summer, three Odell brewers traveled to Kentucky to hand select the aging… Read more »

Oskar Blues Brewery Announces GABF & Denver Beer Fest Schedule

  Oskar Blues’ Special Release Beers & Not To Be Missed Events   Boulder, Colo. –The 2010 Great American Beer Festival (GABF) sold out in record time.  If you don’t have a ticket join Oskar Blues Brewery for a mess of beer soaked events from the Boulder County Brews Cruise, OB Bus trips, Beer Inspired… Read more »

Interview with Greg Koch, CEO of Stone Brewing

Here's part 1 of our interview with Greg Koch, Stone Brewing's CEO and co-founder.   Check out part one to hear about the company's track record for growth, performance during the recession, new markets and more. Stay tuned for more!

FIRESTONE WALKER INTRODUCES PROPRIETOR’S RESERVE SERIES

Paso Robles, Calif.– Firestone Walker Brewing Co. will soon be offering several rare beers called the Proprietor’s Reserve Series outside of their West Coast home. The Series will be distributed, when available, in 22oz bottles as well as a very limited release of kegs. The Proprietor’s Reserve Series includes Double Jack, a double IPA based off of Firestone’s… Read more »

Deschutes Brewery Jubelale Hits Shelves in September

24 August 2010 – Bend, Oregon – Deschutes Brewery, one of the nation’s largest craft breweries, will be releasing its annual winter seasonal in early October.  Jubelale was the first beer that the company ever bottled.  Each year, a different regional artist is commissioned to create the label and packaging art for this brew. This… Read more »

FIRST-EVER COLORADO VIRTUAL BEER TASTING

  Lyons, Colo. – In keeping with tradition, Oskar Blues <http://www.oskarblues.com/>  is at it again to have another first under their belt. Oskar Blues was the first brewery to put great craft beer in a can that blew the minds of beer lovers. Now Oskar Blues in conjunction with the Beer Bloggers Conference and other… Read more »

Denver Beer Fest Offers Fresh Air, Fresh Beer and Fun Festivals in the Great Outdoors

Denver (August 26, 2010) – The second annual Denver Beer Fest (Sept. 10-19, 2010) will take full advantage of the Mile High City’s gorgeous late-summer weather, with brew-centric events taking place throughout the city, under the sun and stars. Highlights include: ·         41st Annual Oktoberfest Denver Location: Ballpark Neighborhood, between 20th and 22nd on Larimer… Read more »

Deschutes Brewery Announces Jubelale Release

24 August 2010 – Bend, Oregon – Deschutes Brewery, one of the nation’s largest craft breweries, will be releasing its annual winter seasonal in early October.  Jubelale was the first beer that the company ever bottled.  Each year, a different regional artist is commissioned to create the label and packaging art for this brew. This… Read more »

Lagunitas Little Sumpin Sumpin Ale

Lagunitas’ limited release, Little Sumpin Sumpin Ale aims to offer just that, a little something extra.

TOTAL BEVERAGE SOLUTION DEBUTS FRESH NEW WHITE WITH BLONDE BOMBSHELL

MT. PLEASANT, SC(August 23, 2010) – Total Beverage Solution (TBS), a Charleston-based beverage importer and supplier of fine wine, beer and premium spirits, introduces Blonde Bombshell, a new wine label to the U.S. market. Sister to the wine Big Red Monster and owned by TBS, Blonde Bombshell is a light and fruit-focused California white wine… Read more »

SanTan Brewing Company Unveils Craft Beers in Cans

Chandler, Ariz. – August 23, 2010 – The SanTan Brewing Company of Chandler announced that two if its award-winning craft beers – Hopshock IPA and Hefeweizen – will now be sold in cans. The new cans are available year-round in 6-packs at select retail locations serviced by Crescent Crown Distributing. The two brews are available… Read more »

Chatoe Rogue Goes Up A Creek

INDEPENDENCE, OR, August 19, 2010 – Rogue celebrates the rivers, lakes, streams, ponds and creeks of Oregon with the release of Chatoe Rogue Creek Ale. Creek Ale is a Belgian style Kriek Ale dedicated to the Willamette River that runs along the eastern edge of the Rogue Hopyard. Creek Ale is brewed with First Growth… Read more »

Full Sail Brewing Company announces the 20th release of Old Boardhead Barleywine

Hood River, Or – Some beers are meant to be enjoyed right away and others reward your patience by evolving and improving with age. Full Sail’s Old Boardhead Barleywine gives a good name to delayed gratification. While ready to drink now, Old Boardhead cellars exceptionally well. Full Sail’s Brewmaster, Jamie Emmerson, suggests you store a… Read more »