IRI: Labor Day Weekend Off-Premise Beer Sales +3%, Total Bev-Alc +9.3%
Total beverage-alcohol dollar sales increased +9.3% during Labor Day weekend compared to the prior week, market research firm IRI reported.
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Brewbound Voices: What is Brand Architecture? And How Can You Use it to Move Beyond Beer (and Build a More Resilient Business)?
In part one of this three-part Brewbound Voices series, CODO Design’s Isaac Arthur and Cody Fague share excerpts from their new book on Brand Architecture, The Beyond Beer Handbook. Part book, part quiz, and part choose-your-own-adventure-style novel, The Beyond Beer Handbook is a purpose-built tool for helping expand your brewery’s portfolio and build a more resilient business.
Bump Williams Pt. 2: Hazy IPAs, Single Serves and Variety 12-Packs Present Growth Opportunity for Craft Growth
Craft dollar sales declined -5.9% year-to-date through August 20 in multi-outlet plus convenience channels, according to Bump Williams Consulting (BWC), citing NielsenIQ data.
Introducing Molson Coors’ Five Trail Batch 002
BARDSTOWN, Kentucky – Five Trail Blended American Whiskey, the first full-strength spirit from the iconic Molson Coors Beverage Company, announces the release of its limited Batch 002 blend. Bottled at 95 proof, the new expression is sold for an SRP of $59.99 and is currently available in markets within Colorado, Georgia, Kentucky, Nevada, New York, Tennessee,… Read more »
Investor Group Acquires Willie’s Superbrew, Aims to Return to Market in 2023
A group of investors has acquired Willie’s Superbrew after a tumultuous several months for the Boston-based hard seltzer brand. The acquiring group, Superbrew Acquisition Corporation (SAC), is led by Amos Beason, managing director of Charlotte, North Carolina-based Seward Capita
Limited-Edition UTSA Bud Light On Shelves Across San Antonio
Roadrunner fans can now purchase limited-edition University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) branded Bud Light for gameday.
Tennessee Brew Works To Open Lenoir City Barrel House
Tennessee Brew Works is pleased to announce the expansion of their brand with a new Tennessee location, Lenoir City Barrel House, boasting a second manufacturing facility and a community focused, family friendly taproom.
Consumer Price Index for Beer At Home +4.9% in August
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for beer increased +4.9% in August 2022 compared to August 2021, its highest point since April, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Voodoo Ranger Gives Fans The Power To Choose Its Next IPA with Vote Voodoo
Voodoo Ranger IPA today announced the launch of Vote Voodoo, an epic beer battle that pits two competing Voodoo Ranger IPAs against each other, giving consumers full authority to choose the outcome.
Fieldwork Brewing Opens Beer Garden & Taproom In San Leandro
Fieldwork Brewing Company officially opens its largest open-air beer garden and indoor taproom in downtown San Leandro.
Big Boss Brewing Partners With Bevana
Big Boss Brewing Company, Raleigh’s oldest brewery, is partnering with beverage platform Bevana to bring its award-winning craft beers to customers across the country.
Bump Williams Consulting Pt. 1: Declines in Craft Distribution and Shelf Space Concerning
Off-premise trends are looking “challenging” for craft beer, Brian “BK” Krueger and Dave Williams of Bump Williams Consulting (BWC), shared during a Brewers Association (BA) Collab Hour last week.
Scout Distribution to Acquire Classic Beverage Bev-Alc Portfolio in Greater Los Angeles Area
Scout Distribution announced today that it will acquire Classic Beverage beverage-alcohol portfolio in the greater Los Angeles territory, covering LA, Santa Barbara, Ventura, San Luis Obispo, Orange, Riverside, Kern and San Bernardino counties. The transaction is expected to close in November.
Birdsmouth Beer Set to Open at Denholtz Properties’ Fort Monmouth Commissary on October 15th
Birdsmouth Beer, a New Jersey craft lager brewery, will be opening Saturday, October 15th at the newly renovated Fort Monmouth Commissary building in Oceanport.