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Beck Flavors Announces Forecast for Food & Beverage “Flavors of the Year” in 2021

As we inch closer to 2021, people can almost taste the new year and what it might bring. In the spirit of tastes of the new year, Beck Flavors has announced four flavors that—according to their research, insights, and popular vote—will play a big role in the food and beverage industry in 2021.

Protagonist Beer Opens Second Location This Week

One of North Carolina’s newer breweries already has expansion on tap, as Charlotte-based Protagonist announced today that its second location will open to the public this Wednesday,  November 18 at 11 a.m. EST. 

On-Premise Dining Bans Enacted in Several States as COVID-19 Pandemic Spikes

On-Premise Dining Bans Enacted in Several States as COVID-19 Pandemic Spikes

As the third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic surges in the U.S., governors continue enacting restrictions to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Over the weekend, the governors of Washington, Oregon, Michigan and New Mexico banned on-site dining at bars and restaurants for the next few weeks.

Deschutes Brewery to Release The Abyss in 12 oz. 4-Pack Bottles

Deschutes Brewery, family and employee owned since 1988, announced today the release of this year’s The Abyss. First released in 2006, The Abyss 2020 will release in 4 pack, 12-ounce bottles for the first time.

Bang Moves to Terminate PepsiCo Distribution Agreement

Bang Moves to Terminate PepsiCo Distribution Agreement

Less than a year after entering an exclusive distribution agreement with PepsiCo that was touted as a blockbuster deal at the time, Bang Energy announced today it has terminated the relationship.

Biden’s Hometown Brewery, Wilmington Brew Works, to Release Themed Beer

In Delaware President-Elect Joe Biden is a fixture. Most locals have a story of meeting him somewhere, from ice cream shops to town festivals. But for many, the train between Wilmington and Washington was where they were most likely to run into ‘Uncle Joe.’ Now, the namesake brewery of the city Joe calls home is commemorating his daily commute with a new brew.

Urban South Brewery Introduces Throwback Vibes as New Winter Seasonal Beer

Urban South Brewery, the largest craft brewery in New Orleans, is excited to introduce Throwback Vibes as its new winter seasonal beer. Throwback Vibes is Urban South’s spin on the classic West Coast IPA, brewed with Galaxy, Citra and Simcoe hops to tone down bitterness and amplify softness.

Block 15 Distribution Adds ForeLand Beer to Their Family

Beginning in late November, Block 15 Distribution will begin delivering newly-established, ForeLand Beer, to bottle shops and markets throughout Oregon, with Washington following shortly thereafter.

Short’s Announces 2021 Q1 Specialty Releases

Short’s Specialty Program. Synonymous with awesome. Every two weeks the creative minds behind Short’s Brewing Co release a different Specialty beer for distribution.