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Walmart’s Unique UPC Mandate for Seasonals and Variety Packs Could be Headache for Brewers

Walmart’s Unique UPC Mandate for Seasonals and Variety Packs Could be Headache for Brewers

Brewers with seasonal or variety pack placements in Walmart stores may be in for a bumpy ride. The Beer Industry Electronic Commerce Coalition threw up a warning flare last week that the largest brick-and-mortar retailer in the U.S. would be mandating that all seasonal brands and variety packs use unique UPC codes, starting in early 2024.

As Major Brands Waver, Gay Water Aims for Authenticity

As Major Brands Waver, Gay Water Aims for Authenticity

Growing up, Spencer Hoddeson said he mostly heard the term “gay” in a negative context. Now, he wants to destigmatize the word and create representation in spaces that traditionally don’t have LGBTQ-owned products, one Gay Water at a time.

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Launches Mango Strawberry Hard Seltzer

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. announces the release of Mango Strawberry Seltzer. The third quarter offering in the popular Thirty Three Hard Seltzer Series, Mango Strawberry offers a bold 8.0% ABV, yet remains smooth and easy-drinking.

Berczy x The Fantastical: A Comical Collaboration

British drinks company Berczy is thrilled to have partnered with The Fantastical, a Boston based creative agency and production company hybrid, on their new digital campaign.

42 North and Ellicottville Brewing Company Team Up for New Beer

While 42 North Brewing Company and Ellicottville Brewing Company are 42 miles apart, they have come together to brew a special New York State Pale Ale to highlight the popular EA2EVL Fondo bike ride and its beneficiary, the Erie Cattaraugus Rails-to-Trails project.

Introducing BrewedAt

BrewedAt, created by Temple University alum and former college roommates, Evan Blum and Cole Decker, is a way for craft beer drinkers to come together to celebrate the local craft beer scene, and discover new and exciting breweries in their area. 

The Dell at Village at Leesburg Welcomes Water’s End Brewery

Village at Leesburg (located on Route 7 just east of Leesburg, Va.,) recently announced a new food hall and bar featuring local chefs.The Dell Food & Brew Hall at the Village at Leesburg (1602 Village Market Blvd. SE, Leesburg,) is now welcomingWater’s End Brewery to its location. Water’s End Brewery joins Paulie’s Italian Kitchen, Lucky Dog and Colombian’s Place in The Dell.

Brewbound Podcast: Farewell to Anchor (For Now), with Dave Infante

Brewbound Podcast: Farewell to Anchor (For Now), with Dave Infante

A week after Sapporo announced plans to shut down historic Anchor Brewing and liquidate the business to pay off creditors, the Brewbound team and Vine Pair reporter Dave Infante break down the story so far. The trio discuss the effect on the brewery’s union workforce and what’s next for the San Francisco institution.

Beam Suntory Names New CEO

Beam Suntory Names New CEO

Beam Suntory CEO Albert Baladi will be stepping down and passing the baton to Greg Hughes, who serves as the company’s senior vice president chief growth and brands officer, the company announced yesterday.