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Urban South Brewery Launches Paradise Park 100 Low-Calorie Lager

Urban South Brewery, the largest craft brewery in New Orleans, recently added Paradise Park 100 to its lineup of beers. Paradise Park 100 is a lighter, low-calorie option inspired by Urban South’s beloved Paradise Park American Lager.

Mike Gerhart Joins University of Vermont Business of Craft Beer Program as Instructor

Mike Gerhart, Senior Advisor of Brewery Technical Services at First Key Consulting and an accomplished Master Brewer and Operations leader in the brewing industry, has joined the University of Vermont Business of Craft Beer Professional Certificate Program as an instructor. He will be focusing his instruction on Brewery Operations and Supply Chain Fundamentals.

Keg Hounds App Tracks Kegs To Prevent Loss

Keeping track of kegs has never been easier now that Keg Hounds, a leading provider of tracking and asset management software and technology, has created a new application specifically for use by breweries and any business that utilizes kegs.

6 Finalists Selected in 2020 Brewbound Pitch Slam Competition

6 Finalists Selected in 2020 Brewbound Pitch Slam Competition

Advancing to the final round of the competition on Thursday, December 10, which will be streamed for free on Brewbound.com and Brewbound’s social media platforms starting at 4 p.m. ET, are five finalists selected by the judging panel.

People Moves: Monday Night Brewing Promotes Within for New COO and CMO; Yonder and the Source Add Cider Maker

People Moves: Monday Night Brewing Promotes Within for New COO and CMO; Yonder and the Source Add Cider Maker

Atlanta’s Monday Night Brewing today announced the promotions of long-time employees Rachel Kiley and Kayla Rumpfeldt to the roles of chief operating officer and chief marketing officer, respectively. As part of the move, Monday Night co-founder Jonathan Baker, who had served as CMO, will transition to CMO emeritus and remain involved in the direction of the brand.

Plated Co-Founder Nick Taranto Launches HOP WTR, Non-Alc Alternative with Nootropics

Hops have been used as a flavoring and stability agent in beer since the 9th century. Yet, using hops to make non-alcoholic beer alternatives is a new trend, and HOP WTR is setting the precedent. HOP WTR isn’t just a beer alternative, it’s a healthy zero calorie, zero carb, zero sugar refreshing beverage infused with stress reducing adaptogens and nootropics that provide a feel-good buzz, without a drop of alcohol.

IRI and 1010data Partner to Develop New Data Democratizing Solutions

IRI, a global leader in innovative solutions and services for consumer, retail and media companies, and 1010data, a leading provider of analytical intelligence to the financial, retail and consumer goods markets, today announced their partnership to focus on democratizing data-driven analytics across organizations in the CPG ecosystem, leveraging both companies’ data, technology, relationships and expertise.

Amstel Celebrates 150-Year Anniversary With Expansion to China

This year, HEINEKEN celebrates the 150th anniversary of Amstel. To mark this milestone, the brand is launching in the world’s biggest beer market, China. The premium pilsner is currently enjoyed in 116 countries around the globe and will be available in select provinces across Southern and Eastern China from November 2020. Amstel is currently a leading global top 10 beer brand2, with HEINEKEN expecting China to become one of the brand’s top markets globally in the next three years.