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Threes Brewing Releases Lifeworld Czech Pilsner

Following up on the success of its initial February 2021 launch, Threes Brewing has re-released Lifeworld, marking the second consecutive Czech pilsner release from the brewery this month.

Matagrano Files Breach of Contract Lawsuit Against Sierra Nevada, Following Termination

Matagrano Files Breach of Contract Lawsuit Against Sierra Nevada, Following Termination

Matagrano, Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. alleging the Chico-headquartered craft brewery breached the companies’ contract when it terminated its relationship with the South San Francisco-based wholesaler on April 2. In a lawsuit filed in Superior Court of the state of California on April 23, 20 years to the day after Sierra Nevada signed on with Matagrano for distribution, the wholesaler alleged that “as a result of defendant’s breach of the distributorship agreement, Matagrano has been damaged in an amount not yet ascertained, but which exceeds $8 million.”

Mark Anthony Brands Seeks Injunction Against Bang Energy’s MIXX Hard Seltzer

Mark Anthony Brands Seeks Injunction Against Bang Energy’s MIXX Hard Seltzer

White Claw Hard Seltzer and Mike’s Hard Lemonade maker Mark Anthony Brands has filed a lawsuit against Vital Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Bang Energy LLC alleging copyright infringement in U.S. District Court in the Southern District of New York. In the lawsuit filed April 26, Mark Anthony argues that the defendants’ MIXX flavored malt beverages infringe on its MXD Cocktail Company flavored malt beverages and may cause consumer confusion.

Oskar Blues Brewery Releases S.M.A.S.H. For Stache IPA

Oskar Blues Brewery announces the taproom-only release of S.M.A.S.H. for Stache (6.9% ABV), a double dry-hopped, heavily Sabro-infused SMaSH (stands for “single malt and single hop”) IPA.

Construction of Tree House’s Cape Cod Location Continues Despite Neighbors’ Challenge; Tree House Distillery Launches

Construction of Tree House’s Cape Cod Location Continues Despite Neighbors’ Challenge; Tree House Distillery Launches

Construction is moving forward at Tree House Brewing Company’s future taproom, beer garden and retail outlet in Sandwich, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod, despite opposition from a group of neighbors. “Progress is brisk and we are looking forward to opening as soon as possible and welcoming neighbors and the public into our brewery in Sandwich,” Tree House co-founder and head brewer Nathan Lanier told Brewbound.